Bookkeeper

We are seeking an experienced Accountant with extensive Pastel knowledge to join our team in Cape Town on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting Records: Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.
• Documentation: File and maintain supplier invoices, bank statements, and other financial documents.
• Pastel Processing: Process cashbooks and journals on Pastel to Trial Balance.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform supplier and customer account processing and reconciliations.
• Month-End: Prepare month-end journals and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• VAT Compliance: Calculate VAT and prepare VAT returns.
• Payments: Capture internet banking payments (EFTs) and maintain the fixed asset register, including calculation of depreciation.
• Bank Reconciliation: Capture bank statements and perform bank reconciliations.
• Auditor Liaison: Liaise with auditors and handle SARS submissions (EMP201, IRP6).
• Ad Hoc Tasks: Complete other ad hoc tasks and requests as required.