Bookkeeper (Bedfordview)

SUMMARY:
Bookkeeper (Bedfordview)

POSITION INFO:

Bookkeeper (Bedfordview)

Company:

Our company is an accounting firm that provides outsourced accounting services to the SMME market, across multiple industries, providing full accounting, tax and payroll functions as well as business consulting provided by myself and my co-director. We are an innovation-driven business that values deciphering and delivering financial business information in an accurate and timely manner. We essentially act as the outsourced financial department for our clients. We pride ourselves on being a key part of our client’s business, and providing financial information that assists them in growing their company. We prioritise providing quality information that is of real use to clients. Our drive is that we look after the numbers, so that our clients can focus on what they do best.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated accountant with strong accounting and bookkeeping capabilities, as well as exceptional expertise in managing debtor books. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator, with the ability to manage multiple clients, juggle competing tasks, and demonstrate strong business acumen. The Accountant will play an essential role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining efficient accounting systems, and supporting the overall reporting duties of our directors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Bookkeeping: Manage day-to-day financial operations including maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions, processing payments, and reconciling accounts.
• Debtors Book Management: Take ownership of managing the debtors book, ensuring timely follow-ups, handling overdue accounts, and maintaining a clean and organized receivables ledger.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports as required by management.
• Multi-Client Management: Handle financial records and reporting for multiple clients simultaneously while ensuring all deadlines and requirements are met for each.
• Communication: Maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams, answering questions and addressing concerns regarding financial matters and payments.
• Multi-tasking: Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and clients efficiently, prioritizing tasks and remaining flexible in a dynamic work environment.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory regulations, and company policies at all times.

Required Qualifications:

Tertiary qualification - diploma or degree

Minimum 7 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles, preferably with experience in debtor management.

Advanced knowledge of accounting software, preferably Xero, and Microsoft Excel.

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle competing priorities.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

High level of business acumen and understanding of financial processes.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience working with clients in multiple industries