Accountant / Bookkeeper

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Accountant/Bookkeeper to join an established accounting and auditing firm in the Northern Suburbs of Pretoria. The role involves managing full-cycle bookkeeping, preparing trial balances, and supporting both month‑end and year‑end reporting for a diverse client base.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain complete bookkeeping records up to trial balance.
• Perform bank, investment, loan, debtor and creditor reconciliations.
• Execute month‑end and year‑end procedures, produce management accounts.
• Respond to client financial queries and liaise with internal teams.
• Process VAT calculations, submit VAT 201 returns and manage VAT audits.
• Onboard new client books and set up takeover balances.
• Handle basic administrative duties such as phone answering and reception.

Required profile

• Grade 12; tertiary qualification beneficial but not essential.
• 5‑10 years of experience in an accounting or auditing environment.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans with strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Own reliable transport and a valid South African driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Greatsoft accounting software.
• Knowledge of Sage, Pastel and QuickBooks (online and desktop).
• Basic familiarity with Xero.
• Understanding of tax compliance and SARS e‑filing.