Experienced Bookkeeper – Sage Pastel Partner

About the role

Our client, a well‑established professional services organisation in Sandton, is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to manage the full bookkeeping function through to trial balance. The role requires strong attention to detail and solid experience with Sage Pastel Partner.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the complete bookkeeping cycle up to trial balance.
• Process daily accounting transactions using Sage Pastel Partner.
• Perform complex reconciliations – bank, supplier, customer, trust accounts, inter‑company and loan accounts.
• Handle debtors and creditors, process supplier payments and prepare month‑end debtor statements.
• Assist with month‑end reporting and ensure accurate financial records.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of all‑round bookkeeping experience.
• Proven experience with Sage Pastel Partner.
• Strong reconciliation experience and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and, preferably, supervisory experience.
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment is advantageous.

Required skills

• Sage Pastel Partner
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Permanent, full‑time position based onsite in Sandton.
• Professional working environment within a stable organisation.
• Competitive market‑related salary (approximately R25,000 – R35,000 CTC per month).