Bookkeeper

Gold City Offshoring (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned US-based advisory firm is seeking a talented Bookkeeper to join their dynamic remote team in South Africa. As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for transaction recording, maintaining financial records, and generating reports. This is a 12-month renewable contract, offering flexibility and the opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in bookkeeping/accounting.
• Experience within a practice/firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable.

Skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Financial reporting

Education

BCom in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

Gold City Offshoring (GCO) has teamed up with a renowned US-based advisory firm offering top-notch outsourced financial services across various industries. Our client is dedicated to providing essential financial expertise to empower their clients and is looking for a talented Bookkeeper to join their dynamic remote team in South Africa.

• Contract Period : 12 months annual renewable contract.
• Location : Fully Remote.
• Working Hours : Structured to fit lifestyle with a 6 hour overlap with New York. Start from 14 : 00 - 20 : 00 SA Time, with the flexibility to complete the rest of the working day as best suited for the individual.

Your Role as a Bookkeeper :

• Transaction Recording : Accurately record all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.
• Journal Entries : Prepare and post journal entries to ensure proper documentation and classification of transactions.
• General Ledger Maintenance : Maintain and update the general ledger by posting entries and ensuring all records are accurate.
• Trial Balance : Prepare and review trial balances to ensure that debits and credits are balanced.
• Basic Financial Reports : Generate and review basic financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Accounts Receivable and Payable : Manage accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) to ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Bank Reconciliation : Reconcile bank statements with financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Expense Tracking : Monitor and record expenses to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Budgeting and Forecasting : Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate financial data and insights.
• Bring Books to Trial Balance (TB) : Ensure books are up-to-date and balanced, bringing them to trial balance status.

Requirements :

• BCom in Accounting or similar.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in bookkeeping / accounting within a practice / firm environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage).

Join us and become part of a team that values flexibility, professional growth, and delivering exceptional financial services. Apply now and make a significant impact!