Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006833/H

Date posted:

Monday, October 5, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town is looking for a Bookkeeper who is suitably qualified, fully competent and experienced, with excellent attention to detail.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

Matric.
Relevant tertiary qualification.
3 - 5 years experience.
Advanced computer skills are essential. Microsoft 365—particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, electronic filing and document control.
Fast and accurate typing.
Must be energetic, intelligent, articulate, warm, confident and personable, with excellent communication skills.
Must also be hardworking, reliable, punctual and willing to assist wherever reasonably required.

Responsibilities:

Perform the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance.
Process supplier invoices, customer invoices, receipts and payments accurately.
Reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts and customer accounts.
Process journals and maintain the general ledger.
Prepare and process monthly creditor and debtor reconciliations.
Assist with VAT calculations and submissions.
Process payroll information where required.
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
Prepare financial reports and assist with month-end procedures.
Ensure all filing and document management is accurate and up to date.
Liaise professionally with suppliers, customers and internal departments.
Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
Assist with ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required.

To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

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