Bookkeeper

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an experienced Bookkeeper to join the production team at GAS Accounting, a division of Raizcorp, located in Sandton. The position involves managing the full bookkeeping cycle for a portfolio of clients, from initial document gathering to the delivery of accurate, review-ready management accounts. It is described as a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment offering career growth opportunities into Senior Bookkeeper, Accountant, and Account Manager positions, with support for ongoing study. Raizcorp, established in 2000, focuses on growing and developing entrepreneurs and describes itself as a "Prosperator™," recognized by The Economist as Africa's only genuine business incubator. **What you will do** * Collect client records and follow up on outstanding information * Process transactions and VAT in Xero across multiple clients * Complete monthly bank and supplier reconciliations * Maintain fixed asset registers and process payroll journals * Clean up and catch up incomplete historical records * Prepare books for management accounts and year-end handover **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 5+ years' bookkeeping experience in an accounting practice or multi-client environment, managing 16 to 22 sets of books * Tertiary qualification in bookkeeping or accounting * Experience on Xero, Sage and Pastel; Dext, Hubdoc and Karbon advantageous * Strong Excel skills * Ability to review and analyse management accounts * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure **Who should apply** This role is suited for an experienced bookkeeper with at least five years of experience gained in an accounting practice or multi-client environment, specifically managing a portfolio of 16 to 22 sets of books. The ideal candidate will hold a tertiary qualification in bookkeeping or accounting and possess strong proficiency in Xero, Sage, and Pastel, with additional experience in Dext, Hubdoc, and Karbon being advantageous. They must have strong Excel skills, the ability to review and analyse management accounts, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail while performing effectively under pressure. Candidates seeking career progression in a fast-paced environment and looking for support with ongoing professional development would be a good fit. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/finance-accounting/auditing/sandton/bookkeeper-id-7588416 Source: jobmail

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At a glance

• At least 5 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Sage / Pastel
• Xero
• Payroll
• Bookkeeping

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