Bookkeeper at Cwaninga Group

About the position

We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting the finance department with day-to-day accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Documenting Financial Transactions: responsible for accurately recording all financial transactions, ensuring that details are documented properly for future reference.
• Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable: monitor and manage both accounts payable (money owed by the business) and accounts receivable (money owed to the business), ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Processing Payroll: handle payroll processing, which includes tracking employee hours, calculating wages, and ensuring that payroll taxes are withheld and paid on time.
• Preparing Financial Reports: prepare various financial reports and statements, such as balance sheets and income statements, to provide insights into the financial health of the business.
• Reconciling Accounts: regularly reconcile bank statements and company accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assisting with Tax Filing: assist in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and deadlines.
• Fact-Checking Accounting Data: Ensuring the accuracy of financial data is crucial and regularly perform checks to verify that all entries are correct.
• Organizing Accounting Tasks: They may also be responsible for organizing various accounting tasks and ensuring that all financial records are maintained systematically

Skills & Competencies Basic accounting knowledge

• Understanding accounting accrual system
• Data entry skills
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Produce work with a high level of accuracy
• Professionalism and organization skills
• Knowledge of XERO, PASTEL or other applications
• Self-starter
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12) required.
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a similar role
• Strong interpersonal / communication skills
• Proven experience in general ledger to trial balance
• Strong analytical skills and numerical skills
• Proven experience in the preparation, reconciliation and submission of VAT returns
• Solid understanding and application of VAT legislation
• Must be digitally confident i.e. proficient in one or more accounting software packages

Desired Skills:

• Book-keeping
• Accounting software
• Bank Reconciliation
• VAT

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

Founded in 2011 and formally registered in 2012, Cwaninga Group has rapidly grown into a global operations solution provider across multiple sectors. Our name, meaning "RESEARCH" in IsiZulu, reflects our commitment to informed decision-making and innovative business solutions.