Our client is seeking a reliable and experienced Temporary Bookkeeper to provide bookkeeping and financial administration support for a temporary assignment. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with day-to-day financial administration, bookkeeping functions, reconciliations, invoicing, payroll support, and general accounting administration.
This position would suit a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who is able to work independently, maintain accurate financial records, and adapt quickly to the client’s systems and requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration.
- Process and capture invoices and financial transactions.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Manage debtors and creditors administration.
- Perform bank allocations and bank reconciliations.
- Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
- Assist with customer statements and payment follow-ups.
- Process and assist with payroll administration where required.
- Assist with statutory submissions and SARS-related administration.
- Assist with VAT and EMP201/EMP501 submissions where required.
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with general administrative duties related to the finance function.
- Provide support with financial reporting and month-end administration.
- Ensure all financial information is captured accurately and timeously.
- Work independently and meet deadlines.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- Relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience.
- Previous experience in a bookkeeping or financial administration role.
- Experience with invoicing, reconciliations, debtors and creditors.
- Experience with payroll will be advantageous.
- Experience with Sage, Pastel or similar accounting software.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Own transport would be advantageous.
- Must be immediately available.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Bookkeeping and financial administration.
- Debtors and creditors control.
- Invoicing and reconciliations.
- Payroll administration.
- Bank reconciliations.
- VAT and SARS administration.
- Computer literacy.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills.
- Reliability and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently.
Salary / Rate
Hourly Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience and suitability.
Availability
Immediate availability required.