Assistant Accountant / Bookkeeper

About the position

Well established company on the East Rand seeks an Assistant Accountant / Bookkeeper
Minimum Requirements

• Certificate, Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree in accounting or finance essential 
• 3-5 years relevant experience working in accounting and bookkeeping
• Thorough understanding of GAAP/IFR's 
• Extensive experience creating and managing spreadsheets Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical abilities
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable,  and general ledger
• Software Knowledge : Pastel Accounting and MIP would be an advantage Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills

Duties will include 

• Transaction Recording : Record invoices, payments, receipts and other financial entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Accounts Management: Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing and accuracy. Bank Reconciliation
• Regularly compare internal financial records against bank statements to identify and resolve discrepancies.  (Capture bank statements and do reconciliations on accounting software).
• Month end and Year End processes. Financial Reporting: Preparing financial reports and statements by providing accurate data and supporting documentation. Analysing and Report on financial data
• Data Entry : Enter daily transactions into accounting software and maintain the general ledger system to ensure all financial data is up to date.
• Filing and Documentation : Organize and maintain both digital and physical financial records for easy retrieval and compliance with regulations.
• Address financial queries from customers, suppliers and other departments effectively, ensuring clear communication regarding payment and account statuses. 
• Online banking 

Desired Skills:

• assistant accountant
• bookkeeper
• finance assistant

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Provident fund