Bookkeeper / Admin assistant

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Location: Fourways
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview
Our client, a leading HR & Labour Law consultancy, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper / Admin assistant to join their finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily accounting functions, supporting financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily bookkeeping functions including cashbook, journals, and reconciliations
  • Perform insurance schedule reconciliations
  • Assist with invoicing and ensure accuracy against sales reports
  • Support debtor and creditor functions
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger, bank, and supplier accounts
  • Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting
  • Prepare creditor payments for Finance Manager approval
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and internal controls
  • Liaise with banks and third-party service providers
  • Perform intercompany reconciliations
  • Process payroll (PaySpace experience advantageous)
  • Allocate and reconcile credit card expenses and travel costs
  • Assist with billing supplier invoices to clients
  • Provide financial and administrative support to senior management
  • Assist with month-end and year-end processes
  • Conduct cost control and obtain comparative supplier quotes
  • Assist with basic IT-related queries

Requirements

  • Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field a MUST
  • 3–5 years’ experience as a Bookkeeper
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Proficient in accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, SimplePay, PaySpace)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience with VAT, PAYE, UIF, and COIDA
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

What We’re Looking For
A proactive, reliable individual who can work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and contribute positively to a fast-paced finance environment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Salary –  R26 000 neg depending on experience

Bookkeeper – Pretoria

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A well-established company in Pretoria is looking for a Bookkeeper to join their team. The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day accounting functions and support the finance department.

Key Responsibilities:

*Preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE, UIF and SDL returns via South African Revenue Service eFiling

*Monthly PAYE reconciliations and EMP501 submissions

*Processing of individual, company and CC income tax returns, including submission of financial statements

*Accounting processing up to trial balance

*Experience in company tax, individual tax and provisional tax

*Handling SARS queries, correspondence and supporting documentation

*Managing uFiling submissions

*Client communication, phone handling and general administration

*Pastel Partner, Xero, Sage online and Greatsoft program knowledge

Requirements:

•Relevant bookkeeping qualification or studying towards one

•Knowledge of tax compliance and SARS eFiling

•Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

•Good communication skills and ability to meet deadlines

Own reliable car a must

 

Pretoria, Faerie Glen

R15 000 – R18 000 ctc depending on experience