Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping to Trial Balance for a business with an annual turnover of approximately R80 million
• Manage creditors
• Process payroll for approximately 38 employees using Pastel Payroll
• Prepare and submit statutory returns
• Assist with budgeting and financial planning
• Prepare accurate management reports and provide meaningful analysis
• Maintain and improve office systems, procedures and administrative processes
• Manage procurement of office stationery, packaging and general supplies while sourcing cost-effective solutions
• Assist with HR administration and related functions
• Provide operational and administrative support to the Managing Director
• Become involved in various business functions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Proven bookkeeping experience to Trial Balance
• Experience working on Sage Evolution
• Payroll experience using Pastel Payroll
• Knowledge of statutory returns and general accounting principles
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• A proactive, logical and commercially minded approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills