My client, a leading cloud-based accounting firm is looking for a Bookkeeper to perform the outsourced accounting function for allocated clients.

The ideal candidate will have an Accounting Diploma or partially completed B.Comm (Acc.) / related degree and 1-3 years Xero cloud-based accounting experience.
Candidate to be based in Tyger Valley or Somerset West. Requirements:

• Accounting Diploma or partially completed B.Comm (Acc.) / related degree
• 1-3 years Xero cloud-based accounting experience will be advantageous
• Accounting, Payroll, Income Tax, Provisional Tax, PAYE, VAT, SARS, E-filing knowledge

The successful incumbent will:

• Complete an outsourced bookkeeping function for allocated clients including all processing work, relevant reconciliations i.e. bank reconciliations, creditor's reconciliations, VAT reconciliations etc.
• Perform the payroll function of allocated clients.
• Plan and manage all client deliverables i.e. all inter-functional activities.
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns, income tax, provisional tax, payroll, EMP201, VAT and related returns.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts/reports and related documentation.
• Maintain a close working-relationships with the Account Manager.
• Manage allocated client relationships and ensure compliance.
• Utilise CRM and Practice Manager to document required activities.
• Pro-actively train and complete required CPD's.
• Be deadline driven.
• Focussed with attention to detail.
• Work well under pressure, pro-actively addressing clients' needs.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be willing to go the extra mile and take initiative.
• Have a strategic mindset towards growth with a commitment to ethical excellence.
• Have own transport and be in possession of a valid SA Driver's License.