Senior Bookkeeper

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software Lawpac and LexisNexis.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.

• Performing of the weekly and month end Trust Surplus
• Opening of Section 86(4) Investment accounts, and the administering of payments to the trust bank account
• Month end reconciliation of all section 86(4) Investment Accounts.
• Month end Interest Import
• Performing of Final Account reconciliations.
• Processing of daily EFT payments in respect of business and trust bank accounts
• Preparation of EFT reconciliations used to capture onto Lawpac
• Performing of the Month end processing, rolling onto the new month and the printing of fee earner reports
• FNB Bank Recon
• Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register, additions of new assets and the processing of monthly depreciation.
• Foreign Transfer applications
• Creditor recons:

• Engen Petrol accounts
• Telkom Statement
• Desigan Deliveries
• Importing of Lexis Nexis monthly report onto Lawpac. Liaison with conveyancing team in respect of the reconciliation thereof.
• Ad hoc Queries from secretaries

• Analytical
• Detail-oriented
• Problem solver
• Collaborative Good communication
• Committed
• Responsible
• Achievement-oriented

• Salary is market related depending on experience and qualifications.

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