Bookkeeper

Sans Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a TEMP Bookkeeper for a six-week assignment. The role involves managing the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance, processing financial transactions, and generating reports. Candidates must have a minimum of ten years’ experience in bookkeeping, proficiency in SAGE Intacct, and the ability to start immediately. Excellent candidates will possess advanced Excel skills and a keen attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ experience in bookkeeping, including trial balance preparation.
• Proven and recent experience with SAGE Intacct (non-negotiable).
• Sound knowledge of cashbook management and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Process all daily, weekly, and monthly transactions in SAGE Intacct.
• Perform full cash book allocations and reconciliations.
• Generate reports and provide financial data for management.

Skills

SAGE INTACCT

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

Formal financial/accounting qualification

Tools

SAGE Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Introduction

Accounting Firm in Midrand requires the services of a TEMP Bookkeeper(6 weeks up to mid Dec.

Job Requirements

• Must have SAGE INTACCT knowledge and experience to start immediately.
• Job Title – Bookkeeper to Trial Balance (Temporary Assignment).
• KPA – To manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance, including accurate financial recording, reconciliation, and reporting in accordance with accounting standards and organisational policies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Transaction Processing: Process all daily, weekly, and monthly transactions in SAGE Intacct; capture and process general ledger entries; manage the complete creditors function, including invoice capturing, reconciliations, and payments.
• Reconciliations and Trial Balance Preparation: Perform full cash book allocations and reconciliations; ensure accurate and timely balance sheet account reconciliations; maintain and update all financial records to trial balance level.
• Reporting and Audit Support: Generate reports and provide financial data for management as required; support internal and external audit processes by providing required schedules and documentation.
• Data Integrity and Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial data and systems.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate (Matric).
• Formal financial/accounting qualification (diploma or higher).
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in bookkeeping, including trial balance preparation.
• Proven and recent experience with SAGE Intacct (non-negotiable).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (including VLOOKUP).
• Strong understanding of financial processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and creditor controls.
• Sound knowledge of cashbook management and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and numerical proficiency.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Must reside in Midrand or immediate surrounding areas.
• Own reliable transport.
• Ability to start immediately.
• Must be able and willing to commit to the full six‑week period.

Package & Remuneration

R25, Basic