Bookkeeper - Cape Town, Western Cape

Only for registered members Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

1 day ago

R144,000 - R300,000 (ZAR) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Key Purpose of Role · The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing day-to-day transactions, and supporting the finance function with timely reporting. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory r ...

Job description

Key Purpose of Role

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing day-to-day transactions, and supporting the finance function with timely reporting. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory requirements while providing reliable financial information to support decision-making.

Practical & Technical Knowledge

Minimum required qualification:

Certificate / Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance

Qualifications considered advantageous:

Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Minimum years of experience:

Minimum of 1-2 years' experience as a bookkeeper or similar role

Additional role requirements:

· Proficiency in MS Office (Microsoft Excel, Word) and basic data analysis.

· Proficiency with accounting software (SAGE)

· Good communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work in a team independently and to meet deadlines

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Energetic and enthusiasm

· High level of integrity and professionalism.

· Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.

Monthly Reporting and Accounting:

· Processing of approved purchase orders and invoices on Sage on time to ensure that monthly deadlines are met

· Allocate expenses accurately to cost centers and projects.

· Allocate and process Bank statement transactions

· Dispatching invoices, statements and supplier recons, ensuring there are no discrepancies.

· Processing and maintenance of cashbook in line with cashflow management

· Petty cash card reconciliation and maintenance weekly

· Daily cash movement reporting

· Supporting the prizes team through timely and accurate Reconciliation and reporting on outstanding prizes

· Payroll support through reconciliation and provision of accurate and complete information related to the staff loan control account

· Assistance in relation to bi-annual fixed asset verifications

· Intercompany loan accounts maintenance

· Capturing/importing of operating Journals

· Submission of payroll deductions in line with payroll deadlines

· Foreign currency payments

· Monthly accruals

· Maintenance of monthly schedules for income tax purposes

· Reconciliation and payment of creditors

· Monthly travel recon

· Assisting with special projects when required

· General administration duties

· Insurance Claims – management

Month-end reporting and Statutory Compliance:

· Reconciliation of all bank accounts and credit cards

· Balance sheet reconciliations preparation

· Processing of journals including accruals and provisions

· Monitoring and correct allocation of expenditure

· Assist with VAT calculations and submissions

· Prepare monthly financial schedules including accruals and prepayments.

· Provide supporting documents for audits (internal and external).

· Ensure compliance with accounting policies and relevant regulations.

BEE Compliance:

· Obtain and maintain valid BBBEE certificates for all suppliers.

· Ensure that monthly BBBEE reports are compiled to ensure compliance and timeous decision making on procurement

Administrative and support functions:

· Maintain proper filing of financial documents (electronic and physical).

· Assist with procurement processes and vendor onboarding.

· Support the Finance Manager and accountants with ad hoc tasks, reports, and analysis.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Do you have the baility to pay strong attention to detail?

Education:

Diploma (Required)

Experience:

Bookkeeping: 1 year (Required)
MS Office (Microsoft Excel, Word) and basic data analysis: 1 year (Required)
Basic accounting principles: 1 year (Required)
Accounting software (SAGE): 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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