BookKeeper

AngelCare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AngelCare in Cape Town seeks a dedicated bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations.

The role covers recording transactions, preparing financial statements, handling accounts payable and receivable, and assisting with payroll. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team, with strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Record and classify financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Assist with payroll processing and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial documentation and records.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits.
• Stay updated on accounting regulations and best practices to ensure compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Accounting principles

Accounting software

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to manage our financial records and ensure accuracy in our bookkeeping processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and reconciling bank statements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and classify financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Assist with payroll processing and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial documentation and records.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits.
• Stay updated on accounting regulations and best practices to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

This role is essential for maintaining the financial health of our organization and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to accuracy.