Bookkeeper

ZealHR; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established national company based in Goodwood is seeking a dynamic Bookkeeper to join their team. The role requires a B.Com Degree in Accounting and 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance. Key responsibilities include cashbook reconciliations, reviewing payments, and handling audit queries. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has strong communication skills. This position offers a great work culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills both written and spoken.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
• Self-motivated and proactive in job execution.

Responsibilities

• Perform cashbook reconciliations.
• Review creditors recons and handle payments.
• Attend to financial queries and audits.
• Execute monthly accounting processes.

Skills

B.Com Degree in Accounting / related accounting degree / qualification

2-5 years’ experience in an accounting/Finance function

VAT knowledge

Advanced skills in Excel

Technical knowledge of accounting concepts and procedures

Understanding of related regulations

Knowledge of related computer applications

Shared services / corporate experience

Education

B.Com Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office programs

Job description

Position: Bookkeeper

Area: Goodwood, Cpt

Salary: R20K – R23K ctc per month pending experience and qualifications.

Our client is a very well-established national company headquartered in Goodwood. They are looking for a dynamic Bookkeeper to join their team. Lovely culture and great growth opportunity!

Minimum requirements:

• B.Com Degree in Accounting / related accounting degree / qualification
• 2-5 years’ experience in an accounting/Finance function
• VAT knowledge
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Technical knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, procedures, and financial reports.
• Understanding of related regulations, statutes, and filing requirements.
• Knowledge of related computer applications.
• Shared services / corporate experience is highly advantageous.

Core Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Cashbook reconciliations
• Review creditors recons and perform 1st release of payments
• Attend to queries
• Weekly electronic filing – (includes bank statements and cheques)
• Assisting with yearly audit and preparation of audit files
• General ledger reconciliations and analytical reviews
• Month end process
• Additional bookkeeping duties as designated by management

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the position must satisfy the following criteria:

• Hardworking, friendly individual
• Loyal, enthusiastic and reliable.
• Well organised, accurate and attention to detail
• Deadline driven
• Above average communication skills both written and spoken
• Fully computer literate and above average skills on MS Office programs
• Proactive
• Team player
• Ability to manage volumes
• Self-motivated
• Handling audit queries