Job Description - Xero Bookkeeper

A professional services company that handles the accounting work for various organisations and entities is seeking a qualified, detail oriented and competent Bookkeeper/Accountant.  You'll ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and compliance while supporting month-end reporting and audits. Core hours are 9am to 4pm.


  • Full-Function Bookkeeping: Maintain complete and accurate financial records using Xero across multiple entities.

  • Transaction Management: Oversee AP/AR, bank and credit card reconciliations, and inter-company transactions.

  • Statutory Compliance: Prepare and submit accurate VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns to SARS and the Department of Employment and Labour.

  • Payroll & Reporting: Process and compile monthly payroll reports.

  • Month-End and Financial Management: Execute month-end close procedures, prepare trial balances, and draft insightful management accounts.

  • Year-End and Audit Support: Assist with the preparation of Annual Financial Statements (AFS), cash flow forecasting, and audit preparation.

  • General Ledger Maintenance: Manage journals, ledgers, and fixed asset registers.




  • Requirements

  • Education: Degree in Accounting or a recognised Bookkeeping qualification.

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience in a full-charge bookkeeping or accounting role, ideally within an SME or multi-entity environment.

  • Software Proficiency: Hands-on proficiency in Xero (or equivalent cloud accounting software) is non-negotiable. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, including use of pivot tables.

  • Tax & Compliance: Strong working knowledge of Income Tax, VAT, and PAYE statutory submissions.

  • Language Proficiency: Good conversational understanding of Afrikaans to participate in meetings comfortably and address client requests.

  • Core Competencies: Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to work under tight deadlines both independently and collaboratively.

  • Mobility: A valid driver’s license and reliable personal transport are highly advantageous.



  • Benefits

    • Permanent role
    • Hybrid 
    • Monday to Thursday in office 
    • Friday remote
    • 9 am to 4 pm core hours​


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