Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper - Farinha Ducie Christofi Attorneys | BeBee Back Bookkeeper

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Farinha Ducie Christofi Attorneys Johannesburg , South Africa Today Until 2026/07/15

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Job description Qualifications Matric / Grade 12 with Mathematics or Accounting (essential) Diploma or Certificate in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Financial Management — e.g., ICB, AAT, or equivalent (essential)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance (advantageous but not required) Experience Minimum 5 years' proven experience in a full-function bookkeeping role (up to 15 years preferred)

Experience across any industry is accepted — professional services, retail, manufacturing, property, or other commercial environments Demonstrated ability to manage accounts independently through to trial balance Candidates from non-legal backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply

Systems & Software Proficiency in at least one recognised accounting package — Pastel, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or equivalent (essential) Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (reconciliations, formulas, financial summaries)

Comfortable working across digital filing and document management platforms Ability and willingness to learn firm-specific software and systems as part of onboarding Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full bookkeeping function, including but not limited to:

Debtors &

• Invoicing

Generate and issue invoices to clients accurately and timeously

Allocate receipts and maintain up-to-date debtor ledgers

Follow up on outstanding accounts and manage collections professionally

Produce aged debtor reports and flag overdue accounts to management

Creditors &

• Payment Loading

Capture and process creditor invoices with correct account coding and authorisation

Reconcile supplier statements against firm records and resolve discrepancies

Load electronic payments via internet banking platforms within agreed deadlines

Maintain forward payment schedules and assist with cash flow planning

Bank Reconciliations

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations across all firm accounts

Investigate and promptly resolve unallocated, duplicate, or disputed transactions

Maintain a clean and reconciled cashbook at all times

Trial Balance &

• Management Accounts

Prepare accurate monthly trial balances with full supporting schedules

Produce monthly management accounts including income statements, balance sheet extracts, and variance commentary

Maintain the general ledger and process journals with appropriate supporting documentation

Present financial reporting to the Managing Partner on a monthly basis

Regulatory &

• Audit Support

Compile and organise all financial documentation required for annual external audits

Liaise professionally with auditors and provide accurate schedules and reconciliations on request

Maintain audit-ready records throughout the financial year as standard practice

Respond to audit queries and implement corrective actions timeously

Assist with compliance-related financial reporting as required by the firm (training provided)

General Financial Administration

Maintain petty cash and process staff expense claims with supporting documentation

Manage financial filing — both physical and electronic — in an organised and accessible manner

Assist with reconciliation of payroll deductions and statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL) in conjunction with the firm's HR function

Support the preparation of VAT supporting documents and liaise with the firm's external accountants

Competencies &

• Personal Attributes Given the high-standards environment at FDC Law, the following attributes are considered essential:

Meticulous attention to detail — errors are not acceptable in a compliance-driven environment

Ability and willingness to work under pressure and meet non-negotiable deadlines

A genuine hunger to learn, adapt, and grow within a professional services environment

High personal integrity and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with absolute discretion

Self-starter mentality — capable of working independently without constant supervision

Strong time-management and prioritisation skills in a high-volume, fast-moving environment

Professional written and verbal communication skills in English

Resilience and a solutions-focused attitude when faced with complexity or tight turnarounds

Collaborative approach — able to work constructively with partners, management, and support staff

Coachable and receptive to feedback, with a commitment to continuous improvement

Appointment Conditions The successful candidate will be required to undergo a credit and background verification check as part of the appointment process. Given the financial nature of this role, a clean credit record and verifiable employment history are requirements. A minimum of two

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