Bookkeeper

Job Description

We're on the lookout for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our vibrant team in Port Elizabeth. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing insightful financial reports. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping activities ensuring compliance with accounting principles.
• Manage financial statements and reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial audits.
• Process payroll and maintain employee records.
• Coordinate financial transactions and monitor account balances.
• Help prepare budgets and allocate resources.
• Ensure timely payments of invoices and follow up on collections.
• Provide financial insights to the management team.
• Participate in financial planning and strategy meetings.
• Update accounting practices according to new laws and regulations.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• Postgraduate qualifications advantageous

Experience

• 3+ years in a similar role

Technical Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Budgeting tools

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills

Certifications

• CIMA Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Expertise in financial reporting: Experience preparing detailed financial reports for management.
• Proficiency in using budgeting software: Experience with software used for budgeting and financial tracking.

Benefits

• Attractive salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance initiatives

Company Culture

• Inclusivity: We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.
• Respect: Respect for each other is fundamental to our organizational culture.
• Innovation: Encouraging innovative thinking and solutions is part of our ethos.