Bookkeeper

JenRecruitment PTY Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

JenRecruitment PTY Ltd in Cape Town seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to join its Finance Department. The role covers day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT and SARS submissions, and financial reporting across multiple group companies.

You will work hands-on with Sage Pastel Evolution, Excel, and maintain stock records while supporting month-end and ad hoc reporting. 3–5 years' experience and a diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in accounting or bookkeeping.
• 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience up to Trial Balance.
• Strong Pastel Evolution knowledge.
• VAT, PAYE and SARS submissions experience.
• Debtor and creditor reconciliations, banking and General Ledger experience.
• Excellent Excel and general computer skills.
• Manufacturing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage debtor and creditor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Perform bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance.
• Process bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage petty cash and related reconciliations.
• Prepare and process SARS submissions, including VAT and PAYE.
• Prepare and load payments on the banking platform.
• Maintain the General Ledger and complete trial balance reconciliations.
• Capture and maintain accurate stock and inventory records.
• Extract financial information and prepare management reports.
• Assist with monthly, annual and ad hoc financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Finance Department when required.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Organised

Education

Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Sage Pastel Evolution

Excel

Job description

An established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join its Finance Department.

The successful candidate will support the financial operations across multiple group companies, taking responsibility for day-to-day bookkeeping functions, reconciliations, statutory submissions and financial reporting.

This is a hands‑on role suited to a technically strong Bookkeeper who is confident managing the full bookkeeping function up to Trial Balance, with solid experience using Sage Pastel Evolution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage debtor and creditor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Perform bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance.
• Process bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage petty cash and related reconciliations.
• Prepare and process SARS submissions, including VAT and PAYE.
• Prepare and load payments on the banking platform.
• Maintain the General Ledger and complete trial balance reconciliations.
• Capture and maintain accurate stock and inventory records.
• Extract financial information and prepare management reports.
• Assist with monthly, annual and ad hoc financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Finance Department when required.

SYSTEMS

• Sage Pastel Evolution ERP experience is essential.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Accounting or Bookkeeping qualification (Diploma preferred).
• 3–5 years' relevant bookkeeping experience.
• Proven experience managing bookkeeping functions up to Trial Balance.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Pastel Evolution.
• Practical experience with VAT, PAYE and SARS submissions.
• Experience with debtor and creditor reconciliations, banking and General Ledger.
• Good Excel and general computer skills.
• Manufacturing experience advantageous.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organised and deadline‑driven.
• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• A reliable team player with a hands‑on approach.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

A technically competent Bookkeeper with solid Pastel Evolution knowledge and the ability to manage day-to-day bookkeeping across multiple companies. Manufacturing exposure would be beneficial. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining accurate financial records.