Bookkeeper to Balance Sheet - Durban North Coast
Affirmative Portfolios · Durban North Coast, KwaZulu Natal
Overview
A family run business on the Durban North Coast is looking for a hands-on bookkeeper who can work all the way to balance sheet. You will handle everything from inventory and cash book to payroll, SARS submissions, and supplier reconciliations. If you have a relevant accounting qualification and enjoy taking ownership of the full bookkeeping function, this permanent role paying up to R45k negotiable could be a great fit.
About the role
Our client, a family run business on the Durban North Coast, is seeking a dynamic and hands-on individual to join their team as a Bookkeeper. This is a full function role that goes beyond basic capturing, taking responsibility for the books right through to balance sheet.
You will work closely with a small team, managing inventory transactions, bank reconciliations, payroll, SARS compliance, and customer and supplier accounts. The environment is hands-on, so you will need to be comfortable juggling multiple tasks and solving queries as they come up.
Please note: A relevant accounting qualification is required. Only apply if you meet this requirement.
Requirements
- Relevant accounting qualification is required
- Experience working as a bookkeeper up to balance sheet level
- Proficiency in Pastel accounting software
- Experience with SARS eFiling, VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL submissions
- Payroll processing experience
- Bank reconciliations and cash book management experience
- Inventory control and costing experience
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
- Good communication skills for dealing with customers and suppliers
Responsibilities
- Post all manufacturing transactions to Pastel and create new stock codes as needed
- Process stock take corrections, inventory adjustments, and update costing when prices change
- Post transactions for all bank accounts and reconcile them monthly
- Maintain and post petty cash records
- Review timesheets and process fortnightly wages and monthly salaries
- Prepare deduction schedules, payment schedules, and distribute payslips
- Reconcile employee deductions and maintain staff files
- Prepare and submit monthly SARS returns via eFiling including UIF, SDL, PAYE, and EMP201
- Complete VAT reconciliations and submissions, and process IRP5s bi-annually
- Reconcile control accounts and prepare year-end documentation for auditors
- Verify invoice accuracy, process credit notes, and assist with quotations
- Manage customer accounts, follow up on payments, and send monthly statements
- Place supplier orders, match delivery notes to invoices, and reconcile supplier statements
- Negotiate favourable pricing with suppliers
Job details
- Organisation
- Affirmative Portfolios
- Location
- Durban North Coast, KwaZulu Natal
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Education
- Diploma
- Salary
- R45k negotiable / monthly
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This role is advertised through Affirmative Portfolios, so your application will likely be screened by a recruiter before it reaches the family run business. Make sure your CV clearly shows your experience with Pastel, SARS eFiling, and payroll, as these are core parts of the job.
Since they ask for a relevant accounting qualification, attach your certificate or diploma. In your cover letter or application, mention specific examples of how you have handled reconciliations, SARS submissions, or inventory costing. The company is small and hands-on, so showing that you can take ownership and work independently will stand out.
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