Job Description

My client is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Manager/Bookkeeper. The successful candidate will manage daily financial operations, oversee office administration, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in bookkeeping and office management, who is capable of maintaining efficient workflows in a dynamic legal environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management:- Daily importing of business bank statements and ensuring accurate recording of all transactions.- Check deposits on the Business Trust Bank Statement and prepare Trust Transfers for fees and disbursements.- Post fees and disbursements accurately in the accounting system.- Release all transactions on the bank, including payments (trust and business).- Manage investment transactions, including opening and closing investments, withdrawals, and fund additions.- Draft, issue, and pay out property guarantees.- Facilitate trust transfers of fees and disbursements.- Monitor cash flow and prepare monthly overviews of investments, business creditors, and debtors.- Prepare monthly reports and participate in month-end and year-end processes.- Prepare reports and agendas for weekly partners'' meetings.- Conduct monthly review meetings with internal auditors to discuss financial performance and compliance.- Oversee all bookkeeping transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.- Handle all insurance claims, conduct yearly meetings with brokers, and manage the renewal of different insurance policies.Tax Compliance: - Ensure timely monthly submissions and payments for EMP201 and VAT201 to SARS.Payroll Management: - Process monthly payroll, including the preparation of payslips and salary payments.Qualifications & Experience:- Proven experience as an office manager, bookkeeper, or similar role, preferably within a legal or professional services environment.- Strong understanding of financial regulations, bookkeeping, and accounting principles.- Proficiency in LEXPRO System.- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.- Diploma or Certificate in Accounting or BookkeepingWorking Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility for partial remote work and adaptable hours.

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