About the job: Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant
Are you an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accountant with a proven track record in managing diverse industries' financials and payroll operations? If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess comprehensive experience in Pastel accounting and payroll systems, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Location: Johannesburg
Required Experience: 8 years in Accounting / Bookkeeping, Payroll, PAYE, and Provident Fund Management
About our client:
We pride ourselves on delivering excellence in financial management, payroll services, and labour law solutions across a range of industries, from security to manufacturing. Our client is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper with a strong payroll background to join their team and contribute to their clients' success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full bookkeeping function for multiple companies across various industries, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial records, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Process and oversee payroll for a diverse clientele, including companies with up to 1200 employees, on a fortnightly, monthly, and weekly pay basis.
- Utilize Pastel accounting software to maintain financial records, generate reports, and reconcile accounts.
- Expertly navigate Pastel Payroll for efficient and accurate payroll processing on varying pay schedules.
- Handle tax return preparations and submissions for client companies, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and deadlines.
- Administer provident funds, including contributions, withdrawals, and reporting, in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Collaborate with clients to gather financial information and provide insights for informed decision-making.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations, payroll legislation, provident fund rules, and industry-specific requirements.
Qualifications: - Relevant diploma / Certificate in Accounting / Bookkeeping will be advantageous.
- Certificate in Pastel will be advantageous.
Requirements: - Minimum of 8 years of comprehensive Bookkeeping and Payroll experience.
- Proven experience in handling the books and payroll for multiple companies simultaneously, highly advantageous.
- Proficiency in Pastel accounting and Pastel Payroll is non-negotiable.
- Solid understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, payroll processes, tax regulations, and provident fund management.
- Experience managing payroll for a significant number of employees (up to 1200) on fortnightly, monthly, and weekly pay schedules.
- Familiarity with tax return preparation and submission processes.
- Exposure to provident fund administration and reporting.
- Own transportation is essential for onsite client visits.
- Preferably possess a qualification or certificate in Pastel accounting.
Why Join Us: - Be part of a professional team dedicated to providing top-notch financial services to a diverse clientele.
- Opportunity to work with a wide range of industries, expanding your expertise.
- Competitive compensation package and opportunities for growth within the company.
- Collaborative work environment that values innovation, dedication, and continuous learning.
Application Process: If you meet the criteria outlined above and are excited about the prospect of contributing to a dynamic team, we invite you to submit your application.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on our clients' financial success and driving growth across industries. Apply today and be part of our journey toward excellence.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr
