Job Advert Summary
The Junior Bookkeeper plays a key support role within the audit firm, assisting in the accurate recording and maintenance of financial transactions for a portfolio of clients. The role ensures compliance with relevant accounting standards and supports the audit and accounting teams through timely and reliable bookkeeping services.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Matric (required).
- Bookkeeping or Accounting Diploma/certificate.
- 3-5 years of experience in a bookkeeping/accounting role.
Technical Proficiency
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and reconciliations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Pastel, CaseWare, Xero.
- Familiar with accounting for listed/unlisted investment portfolios.
Duties and Responsibilities
Transaction Processing & Data Entry
- Accurately capture source documents such as invoices, receipts, and bank statements.
- Process day-to-day financial transactions in accounting software.
Reconciliations & Reporting
- Perform monthly bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of trial balances and basic financial reports.
- Identify and investigate discrepancies in accounts.
VAT and Regulatory Compliance
- Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
- Maintain compliance with SARS requirements and deadlines.
- Support audit teams by ensuring financial records are complete and compliant.
Client and Team Support
- Respond professionally to client queries and requests for information.
- Collaborate with audit and accounting teams to ensure files are audit ready.
- Assist in maintaining organised and up-to-date client records and documentation.
Continuous Learning and Development
- Participate in internal training session and development initiatives.
- Seek guidance from senior team members to improve technical knowledge.
- Stay update on basic bookkeeping standards and regulatory changes.
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