Bookkeeper

East London FULL TIME R20,000 - R25,000 / Month
(R240,000 - R300,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Bookkeeper at Local Financial Solutions, you will play a crucial role in managing and recording daily financial transactions, ensuring compliance with tax laws. You’ll be responsible for preparing financial reports, managing invoices, and helping to ensure the financial health of our clients.

Responsibilities

  • Record daily financial transactions in appropriate ledgers.
  • Generate financial reports for management decision-making.
  • Process payments and maintain accounts payable records.
  • Conduct monthly reconciliations of bank statements.
  • Assist in preparing tax returns and ensure timely submission.
  • Support the finance team with ad-hoc financial analysis.
  • Review and improve existing bookkeeping processes.
  • Stay updated with changes in accounting regulations.
  • Direct interaction with clients regarding their financial queries.
  • Maintain a filing system for financial documentation.

Requirements

Education
  • Diploma in Accounting or related field
Experience
  • 2+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles
Technical Skills
  • Tally
  • Financial Reporting
Soft Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Player
Certifications
  • Certificate in Bookkeeping
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience in financial audits: Previous involvement in guiding financial audits to conclusion.
  • Advanced Taxation knowledge: Understanding of taxation principles relevant to bookkeeping.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits and pension plan
  • Generous leave policies, including annual and sick leave
  • Culture of continuous learning and growth
  • Regular team-building events

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We embrace innovation and continuously explore new ideas for service improvement.
  • Work-Life Balance: We value the well-being of our employees and foster a healthy work-life balance.
  • Inclusivity: We are dedicated to building an inclusive work culture where everyone feels valued.
Status: Open