Bookkeeper

Company : Recruitmymom

Job Type : Full Time

Cape Town, South Africa

Job Description - Bookkeeper

An established, collaborative accounting and tax practice is seeking an experienced, autonomous Bookkeeper to join their close -knit team. This is a permanent, full -time position operating from the office, offering excellent core working hours (9am to 3:30pm) alongside the trust and flexibility to work remotely when personal or family commitments require it.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing full -function bookkeeping for multiple clients simultaneously within an accounting practice environment. You must be highly organized, comfortable working independently without constant supervision, and possess a strong technical understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and VAT processing.

Responsibilities

Manage full -function bookkeeping and financial administration for a diverse portfolio of client companies.
Capture and process supplier invoices, customer invoices, bank transactions, and journal entries.
Perform meticulous bank, supplier, customer, petty cash, loan account, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Maintain accurate, up -to -date accounting records and prepare monthly bookkeeping reports for review.
Assist with month -end and year -end preparation tasks.
Prepare VAT returns and ensure strict compliance with SARS requirements.
Actively follow up with clients for outstanding documentation, explanations, and account queries.
Manage workflow across multiple client portfolios simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines.

Requirements

A relevant bookkeeping qualification is required
Minimum of 4+ years of practical bookkeeping experience specifically within an accounting practice or multi -company environment.
Solid, hands -on proficiency in cloud accounting software, including Xero, Sage, and/or Pastel.
Sound technical understanding of accounting principles, complex reconciliations, and basic VAT statutory compliance.
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for professional client interaction.
A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative, inclusive, and deadline -driven culture.

Benefits

This practice prides itself on a supportive, respectful team environment and a caring culture. They offer flexible core working hours and a collaborative space designed to support your professional growth and work -life balance.

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