Bookkeeper

Position: Bookkeeper

Working Hours: US Hours (9am-5pm EST)

Full-Time, Remote Work.

Salary: South African Rand (ZAR)

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, resolving payroll and billing enquiries, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping functions.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial transactions are recorded correctly.

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and financial records.

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.

• Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems.

• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.

• Process payroll accurately and on time.

• Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with company policies and relevant legislation.

• Prepare payroll reports as required.

• Manage bookkeeping and payroll using QuickBooks and/or Sage.

• Ensure accurate data entry and financial reporting.

• Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records.

• Support continuous improvements to financial systems and processes.

• Take ownership of the bookkeeping and payroll function.

• Support the onboarding and training of future finance team members should the team expand.

• Share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Experience in bookkeeping and payroll.

• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and/or Sage.

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and payroll administration.

• Ability to independently manage the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions.

• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

• High level of integrity with the ability to handle confidential financial and employee information.

• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach when assisting employees with payroll or billing enquiries.

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