Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper - George, Western Cape

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Location: George, Western Cape
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Market-related, dependent on experience
Type: Full-time, Office-based
Overview:We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a dynamic business based in George, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, highly organised, and experienced in managing full-function bookkeeping, payroll, and statutory compliance. Proficiency in QuickBooks and SEESA Payroll is essential.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Bank and cashbook management

• Capture all customer payments (EFT, card, COD) on QuickBooks
• Capture supplier and general expenses
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations

2. Supplier and creditors

• Capture bills against job cards
• Manage open purchase orders
• Handle supplier month-end payments
• Perform creditors reconciliations on QuickBooks

3. Customer and debtors

• Send quotations and follow up on approvals
• Issue invoices upon receipt of deposits
• Prepare and send customer statements
• Follow up on outstanding debtors
• Capture customer payments and commission

4. Payroll and employee management

• Process fortnightly and monthly payroll on SEESA Payroll
• Capture payroll journals in QuickBooks
• Manage leave applications and balances
• Handle employee deductions and statutory submissions (EMP201, UIF, SDL)
• Submit MEIBC contributions via MIBFA
• Process wages and salary payments
• Register IODs on Compeasy

5. Employee records and HR admin

• Onboard new employees and maintain employee files
• File and update contracts, salary adjustments, and medical certificates
• Maintain training and PPE registers
• Ensure up-to-date HSE documentation

6. Statutory and regulatory compliance

• Submit VAT201 returns
• File Workman’s Compensation and EMP501 submissions (Bi-Annual & Annual)
• Generate and distribute IRP5 certificates
• Manage Western Cape Supplier Database (WCBD 4 & WCBD 6.1) updates
• Maintain CIDB registration
• Ensure annual tax compliance

Requirements:

• Matric + Relevant Bookkeeping/Accounting Qualification
• 3+ years' full-function bookkeeping experience
• Solid working knowledge of QuickBooks and SEESA Payroll
• Strong understanding of statutory returns (SARS, PAYE, VAT, UIF, SDL, Workman’s Comp)
• Familiarity with MEIBC and MIBFA requirements
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

To Apply:Send your CV  marili@sydsen.com or apply below.
Position is available immediately – candidates residing in George will be prioritized. 

Posted on 25 Apr 10:43, Closing date 25 May