Job Position: Portfolio Bookkeeper

Ref: 5211

Location: PE/Gqeberha

Salary: R20 000 to R25 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experience

Email your CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.zaWe are seeking a high-calibre, agile Portfolio Bookkeeper / Accountant to join a dynamic team, operating in a fast-paced environment. This role is designed for a professional who thrives on variety, takes absolute ownership of their work, and can seamlessly manage multiple clients and diverse financial portfolios concurrently.

Qualifications / Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is essential
  • 3 to 5 years of proven bookkeeping experience. Experience within an Accounting Firm handling multiple concurrent client portfolios is highly preferred
  • Expertise in Pastel and Excel is non-negotiable
  • Experience with VIP Payroll is a significant advantage
  • Fully bilingual with excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface directly with business owners.
  • Key Attributes:
    • Highly accurate with exceptional attention to detail
    • Well-presented and professional demeanor suitable for client-facing environments
    • Strong ethical standards with the ability to work independently
    • Exceptional time-management, multitasking, and organizational skills to balance competing client priorities without sacrificing quality

Key Performance Areas (KPA’s)

  • Multi-Client Portfolio Management: Manage and prioritize the day-to-day bookkeeping needs of multiple external clients and portfolios efficiently
  • Execute full bookkeeping functions on Pastel, processing diverse client records accurately up to trial balance level
  • Manage monthly salaries and payroll functions for various client structures utilizing VIP Payroll
  • Create, customize, and maintain detailed financial spreadsheets using Excel to provide clear insights to portfolio clients
  • Perform regular bank and ledger reconciliations across various entities to ensure absolute data integrity
  • Statutory Compliance: Handle the meticulous preparation and timely submission of all client statutory returns, including VAT, Workman’s Compensation, and UIF/PAYE
  • Securely manage online banking platforms for client payments, transfers, and cash-flow tracking
  • Act as the primary, professional point of contact for your designated portfolio, resolving complex queries, and providing proactive financial updates

 

To apply for this job email your details to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za