A Bookkeeper
Job Placements · Kensington
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- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar accounting role
- Strong bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT and SARS experience
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple clients and work independently
Key Responsibilities Accounting & Bookkeeping
• Process accounting records through to Trial Balance • Prepare monthly and annual accounting records • Process journals, accruals, prepayments and year-end adjustments • Perform bank, creditor, debtor, VAT, payroll, fixed asset and inter-company reconciliations • Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies Bookkeeping Review
• Review client bookkeeping and correct processing errors • Ensure accounting records are accurate and compliant VAT & SARS
• Prepare and review VAT201 returns • Perform VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT audits • Liaise with SARS and ensure tax compliance Client Portfolio Management
• Manage a portfolio of 15+ clients • Build client relationships and respond to accounting and VAT queries • Ensure client deadlines are met Technical Accounting
• Resolve accounting queries and correct historical errors • Prepare working papers for financial statements • Apply IFRS for SMEs where applicable General
- Maintain accurate working papers and client records
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with accounting standards
- Stay up to date with accounting and tax legislation
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