Senior Bookkeeper – Pietermaritzburg

About the role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Bookkeeper to manage business and trust accounts, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and support financial reporting. The role is based in Pietermaritzburg and offers a structured, professional environment.

Key responsibilities

• Full bookkeeping for business and trust accounts up to trial balance
• Day‑end and month‑end processing, including management accounts preparation
• Bank reconciliations for major banks and trust interest/charges
• Posting of journals, EFTs, fees and year‑end entries
• VAT reconciliations and submissions
• Preparation for auditors and BEE/SASSETA yearly compilations
• Payroll preparation on Sage Pastel Payroll, PAYE submission and related HR administration
• EMP 201, UIF, EMP 501 and COIDA returns

Required profile

• Tertiary accounting qualification (diploma or degree)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Senior Legal Bookkeeper
• Strong understanding of trust accounting and legal compliance
• Experience with Lawpac and Sage Payroll systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Well‑organised with strong communication skills

Required skills

• Lawpac
• Sage Payroll
• Sage Pastel Payroll
• VAT reconciliation
• Trust accounting