Part-Time Bookkeeper Cape Town

About the Role 

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Part-Time Bookkeeper based in Cape Town to support the day-to-day accounting operations of NYSHEX. This role is essential to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring operational efficiency across our finance function. 

You will work closely with our COO and Director of Finance to keep our financial data clean, organized, and up to date. This is a part-time position ideal for someone who is highly organized, enjoys operational finance work, and excels in a fast-moving, global environment. 

Responsibilities 

In this role, you will: 

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, and expense tracking. 

• Maintain accurate and timely financial records in our accounting systems. 

• Prepare basic reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and vendor statements. 

• Assist with month-end close tasks including data validation, journal entries, and documentation preparation. 

• Organize and maintain financial documentation for audits and compliance. 

• Support vendor setup, payments, and internal inquiries. 

• Work with the COO and Director of Finance to ensure smooth financial operations across global teams. 

• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve accuracy. 

Qualifications 

You are a great candidate if you have: 

• 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience. 

• Strong proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets). 

• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. 

• Experience managing AP/AR and basic reconciliations. 

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal oversight. 

• Comfort working with a distributed, global team. 

You are an exceptional candidate if you also have: 

• Experience supporting U.S.-based or international operations. 

• Knowledge of SaaS or tech-enabled business environments. 

• Experience in startups or fast-growing organizations.