Bookkeeper / Administrator

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Sporting Goods Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ a Bookkeeper / Administrator to join their team based in North End, Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years’ bookkeeping/accounting experience (essential).
• Proficient in IQ Retail, Sage, Microsoft Office, and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of payroll, VAT, EMP returns, and SARS eFiling.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (bilingual).
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transport.

Responsibilities:

• Track company expenses, budgets, taxes, cash flow, receipts, and other financial transactions.
• Provide regular financial reports (weekly, monthly, and yearly).
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable, including debtor follow-ups.
• Process payroll, including mid-year and year-end EMP501 submissions via SARS e-Filing.
• Daily reconciliation of bank statements, credit cards, and petty cash.
• Monthly EMP201 submissions and VAT reconciliations/returns to SARS.
• Handle year-end journals and Workman’s Compensation ROE submissions.
• Assist with daily cash-ups, stock takes, stock control, stock ordering, and stock returns.
• Manage debtors and creditors – full function including quotes and sales orders.
• Process transactions in Pastel/IQ Retail and ensure accounts are balanced.
• Assist management with reasonable ad-hoc duties.
• Prepare UI19 monthly returns and other compliance submissions.
• Support product costing processes.
• Respond to emails and maintain clear communication with management and external stakeholders.