Bookkeeper

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Status Staffing

Job Ref:

PC001939/CN

Date posted:

Friday, August 8, 2025

Location:

Blackheath, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, a reputable and established company located in Blackheath, Cape Town, is looking to appoint a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their team. The successful candidate must have at least 5 years of proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar financial role, with strong proficiency in accounting software (SYSPRO experience will be advantageous) and MS Office. Fluency in both English and Afrikaans is essential. A relevant qualification in Financial Accounting (BAcc, BCom, or BCompt) is required, while a Certified Bookkeeper qualification and completed SAICA or SAIPA articles will be highly beneficial. Own reliable transport is essential and non-negotiable.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE :           Permanent
SECTOR :           Finance
BASIC SALARY :           Market Related
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar role, with strong familiarity with accounting software (SYSPRO advantageous)
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and SYSPRO
Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans
Degree in Financial Accounting (BAcc, BCom, BCompt) or a similar qualification
Certified Bookkeeper qualification is a plus
Completion of SAICA or SAIPA articles will be advantageous
Own reliable transport is essential and non-negotiable

DUTIES:

Accurately record financial transactions (sales, purchases, payments, receipts, and journals) in the company’s accounting software or ledgers
Maintain accurate and complete ledger entries, regularly reconciling any discrepancies in financial records
Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial data
Conduct monthly reconciliations on all balance sheet accounts and ledgers
Manage and reconcile petty cash, credit card purchases, and sales representatives’ travel and accommodation expenses
Oversee fleet management, including fuel cards, logbooks, and accounting for fleet vehicles
Assist in tax preparation by gathering and organizing financial data for audits, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
Handle monthly VAT201 preparation, reconciliation, and submission
Prepare and generate financial reports for internal review
Manage the purchase order process, including creation, communication with suppliers, tracking deliveries, batching POs to delivery notes, and reporting on outstanding POs at month-end
Assist in preparing annual audit files and liaise with auditors as required
Perform all other financial and administrative duties related to the position

HOURS:

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 15:00

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at

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