Junior Bookkeeper, East London

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12, with a finance related qualification advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office as well as a financial based system
• 2+ years experience in finance & payroll assistance as well as preparation of financial reports, together with general admin duties legal industry preferred
• Strong communication skills, and valid drivers
• Ability to work as member of a team

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Record daily financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers
• Process accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with monthly bank and trust account reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash and expense reports
• Assist with payroll processing, if required
• Monitor and ensure compliance with law society trust accounting rules
• Prepare financial reports for management as needed
• Support the senior bookkeeper with audits, month end & year-end procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and client information at all times
• Taking minutes in management meetings
• Assist with FIC requirements
• Support the day-to-day administrative operations of the office, including procurement of office supplies and equipment, coordinating building maintenance, and assisting with general improvements to the office environment

Salary: R14 000 per month (dependent on experience)