Bookkeeper

University of Fort Hare; Kraaifontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper for a Cape Town–Kraaifontein role within a fast-growing FMCG finance team. You will maintain accurate financial records, perform reconciliations, and support month-end processes to ensure timely and compliant reporting.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and fluency in English and Afrikaans. The position requires on-site work and involves processing payments, cash deposits, and intercompany

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping or BCom Accounting/Finance.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in FMCG preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process journal entries.
• Manage daily bank reconciliations and process debtor/creditor transactions.
• Reconcile and process credit card transactions and documentation.
• Import and reconcile retail store bank statements.
• Maintain general ledger and follow up on discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end procedures and financial checklists.
• Process salaries and wages.

Skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel

Analytical ability

Reconciliation

Education

Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping

Job description

BOOKKEEPER

Cape Town – Kraaifontein: My client, a reputable and fast-growing leader in the FMCG industry, is seeking a highly efficient and proactive Bookkeeper to join its Finance Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate and reliable financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and ensuring that financial processes run smoothly, efficiently and in line with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Capture and process journal entries
• Manage daily bank reconciliations and process debtor and creditor transactions
• Reconcile and process company credit card transactions and documentation
• Import and reconcile retail store bank statements
• Reconcile courier accounts and resolve outstanding queries
• Maintain general ledger accounts and follow up on discrepancies
• File and organise financial records in both paper and electronic format
• Prepare and submit supporting documents for monthly VAT201 returns
• Assist with month-end procedures, timetables and financial checklists
• Process and reconcile intercompany invoices, payments and credit notes
• Oversee receipt of goods at retail stores and ensure GRV process is completed
• Address and resolve daily stock queries with store managers
• Process cash and till deposits for retail outlets and perform reconciliations
• Prepare and reconcile retail store bank accounts and cash vaults
• Verify accuracy and correct allocation of all financial transactions
• Provide administrative and finance support where required
• Assist with processing of salaries and wages

Criteria

• Qualification in bookkeeping or accounting (Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping or BCom Accounting/Finance)
• A minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably in the FMCG sector
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical ability
• Able to work under pressure
• Proficient in both English and Afrikaans
• Reside in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town

Candidates who currently reside in close proximity to Kraaifontein are invited to apply for this position