Our client, a well-established and growing business based in Alberton, is looking to appoint a Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant to join their finance team. This role will report directly to the Financial Manager and will act as her second-in-command within the department.
The company is currently operating on Sage and will be migrating to SYSPRO, so previous experience on either system would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Full bookkeeping function to trial balance
- Processing and reconciling creditors and debtors
- Bank reconciliations
- General ledger reconciliations
- Journal processing
- VAT preparation and reconciliations
- Assisting with month-end procedures
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Assisting the Financial Manager with various accounting and finance functions
- Providing support during the migration from Sage to SYSPRO
- General finance administration as required
Minimum Requirements
- Matric + relevant qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance.
- Previous bookkeeping/accounting experience in a similar role.
- Experience working on Sage is essential; SYSPRO experience would be highly advantageous.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
- Able to work independently and take initiative.
- Organised, focused and dependable.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be:
- Detail-oriented and methodical.
- Proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Able to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
- A supportive team player who can deputise for the Financial Manager when required.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 07:30 – 16:30
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