Job Opportunity: Junior Bookkeeper & Payroll Assistant – Lex Pools
Location: Ruimsig, Roodepoort
Industry: Swimming Pool Heating and Systems
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: From R15,000 (depending on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
+ 1 Saturday per month, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Lex Pools, a leader in the swimming pool heating and systems industry, is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper & Payroll Assistant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for numbers and a desire to build practical accounting experience in a hands-on, small-business environment.
You will work closely with our senior team and external accountants to support daily financial operations, including bookkeeping, payroll support, and communication with suppliers and customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in capturing and maintaining accurate financial records
- Process and reconcile supplier invoices and payments
- Assist with payroll preparation and processing, including reviewing timesheets and data entry into payroll systems
- Support VAT and PAYE submissions under guidance
- Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal staff regarding accounts
- Prepare supporting documents for year-end financial submissions
Requirements:
- 1–2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, or a strong academic background
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and payroll processes
- Familiarity with Sage One Accounting and Payroll is a strong advantage
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic reporting
- Familiarity with WCA and EMP501 submissions is an advantage
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A relevant bookkeeping or accounting qualification (or currently studying toward one)
The Ideal Candidate:
- Motivated, accurate, and eager to learn
- Comfortable working with numbers and administrative tasks
- Able to take initiative and assist across functions as needed
- Keen to gain experience in both payroll and small business accounting
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to Mike@lexpools.co.za with the subject line:
“Application – Junior Bookkeeper at Lex Pools”
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From R15 000,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ruimsig, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in Sage Business Cloud Accounting - (in specific)?
- Are you located in the West Rand area?
- Please indicate your level of proficiency in English
- Please indicate your level of proficiency in Afrikaans
- This is a small business environment—are you comfortable assisting with general admin or helping in areas outside strict accounting tasks when needed?
- When would you be available to start if successful?
Education:
- Diploma (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person