Bookkeeper

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company at the forefront of sustainability and renewable energy.
By contributing to CTB’s financial operations, you will play a direct role in driving innovation and supporting Cape Town’s
transition to a greener future.

Role: Bookkeeper

Location: Atlone Industria - Cape Town

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or financial management, ideally within a project-focused or renewable energy environment.
• Proficiency in Xero or similar platforms (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks).
• Strong understanding of financial processes, including AP, AR, reconciliations, and cost analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving errors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Familiarity with South African financial regulations, tax compliance, and audit processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers and cross-functional teams.

Skills:

• Accurate Execution: Timely and error-free processing of AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial entries.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Patterns, discrepancies, and issues identified early and addressed efficiently.
• Seamless Systems Use: Effective management of accounting software with well-organized financial records.
• Actionable Insights: High-quality financial reports that support strategic and operational decisions.

Financial Operations:

• Manage daily financial transactions and ensure accuracy across accounts, including:
• Accounts Payable (AP): Process invoices, reconcile vendor statements, and manage payments.
• Accounts Receivable (AR): Issue invoices, track client payments, and address outstanding balances.
• Income Statement Preparation: Accurately record transactions and maintain alignment with company objectives.
• Bank and Ledger Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.

Accounting Systems Management:

• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero or similar accounting software.
• Continuously monitor and update systems to ensure data integrity and accessibility.

Project Finance Support:

• Collaborate with project teams to prepare and analyze financial data for Work-In-Progress (WIP) reports.
• Assist with project cost tracking and ensure alignment with financial goals.

Pattern Recognition and Financial Integrity:

• Identify anomalies, discrepancies, or trends in financial data and resolve issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal standards.

Financial Reporting:

• Produce detailed and accurate financial reports, including income statements, to support decision-making.
• Contribute to budget preparation and variance analysis.