Bookkeeper

Pillango Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven non-profit organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial operations. You will process transactions, prepare budgets, and support audits while working in a collaborative finance team. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma in Accounting and 3+ years of bookkeeping experience. Advanced Excel skills and knowledge of SAGE Pastel Partner or SAP are advantageous. This role offers a chance to contribute to impactful finance operations while supporting patient-centered initiatives.

Benefits

Exposure to global best practices

Supportive team culture

Purpose-led work

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a similar bookkeeping role.
• Working knowledge of project finance reporting, project costing, and allocation.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day transactions with accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain budget vs actuals for projects.
• Set up and process payments on the banking platform.
• Perform bank and supplier reconciliations.
• Provide ad-hoc finance support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Mathematical proficiency

Education

National Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting or equivalent

Tools

SAGE Pastel Partner

SAP

Excel

Job description

An international, mission-driven non-profit operating across South Africa and other regions is seeking a detail-focused Bookkeeper to keep financial operations accurate, compliant, and on time. You’ll join a collaborative Shared Services–Finance team that supports programmes delivering life‑changing care while aligning with global finance standards.

Be part of a purpose-driven finance team where precision powers impact.

What you’ll do

• Process day‑to‑day transactions with accuracy: cashbooks, supplier invoices, petty cash, credit card purchases, and customer invoices.
• Prepare and maintain budget vs actuals for projects, ensuring alignment with the accounting system and clear utilisation reporting.
• Set up and process payments on the banking platform; handle routine bank interactions.
• Perform bank and supplier reconciliations and support the annual audit.
• Provide ad‑hoc finance support to strengthen controls and efficiency across the department.

What you’ll bring

• A National Diploma in a relevant Cost & Management Accounting field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar bookkeeping role.
• Working knowledge of SAGE Pastel Partner and SAP (advantageous), plus experience with project finance reporting, project costing, and allocation.
• Advanced Excel skills with a knack for accuracy, analysis, and problem‑solving.
• Clear, professional communication, resilience under deadline pressure, and a supportive, team‑oriented approach.

What you’ll gain

• Purpose‑led work that directly enables patient‑centred programmes.
• Exposure to global best practices through collaboration with an international finance network.
• A supportive team culture that values efficiency, learning, and continuous improvement.

Core attributes for success

• Mathematical proficiency and high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills; calm and organised when juggling multiple priorities.
• Comfortable adapting to accounting software and evolving processes.

Equity & inclusion

Appointments are aligned with Employment Equity objectives. Preference may be given to designated groups; however, all suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.