Bookkeeper

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their fully remote team, supporting business operations nationwide. You will maintain financial records, process invoices, reconcile accounts, and assist with payroll from a home office.

The ideal candidate has proven bookkeeping experience, proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero or Sage, and strong organizational skills to manage financial documentation remotely. Excellent communication for remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and South African regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Good communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments in a timely manner.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations regularly.
• Assist with payroll processing and related filings.
• Prepare financial statements and reports as needed by management.
• Ensure compliance with bookkeeping policies and procedures.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Remote work

Attention to detail

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to join their fully remote team, supporting business operations nationwide. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting tasks, and ensuring the smooth financial functioning of the organization. The ideal candidate will be proficient with bookkeeping software, possess strong organizational skills, and be adept at managing financial documentation remotely. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper to work from home and contribute to a dynamic company.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments in a timely manner.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations regularly.
• Assist with payroll processing and related filings.
• Prepare financial statements and reports as needed by management.
• Ensure compliance with bookkeeping policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and South African financial regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently in a remote setting.
• Good communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote working position offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and to expand bookkeeping skills.
• A supportive and communicative virtual team environment.
• The flexibility to work from any location within South Africa.