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 with VAT submissions: Familiarity with VAT regulations and submission processes.
  • Knowledge of payroll systems: Understanding of payroll processes and regulations.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with annual increases
  • Health insurance and retirement savings plan
  • Work-life balance with flexible hours
  • Professional development opportunities

Company Culture

  • Supportive Environment: We promote a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional growth and collaboration.
  • Integrity and Ethics: We uphold integrity and ethics in our engagements with clients and each other.
  • Community Engagement: Our team is actively engaged with the local community to make a difference.
Status: Open