Bookkeeper

Vine Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Exposure to multiple clients/systems

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Vine Recruitment in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial transactions for a portfolio of clients. You will handle full bookkeeping functions, prepare management reports, and support VAT processes while assisting in team supervision.

The role requires Matric with strong Maths and Accounting, a bookkeeping certificate or diploma, 3–4 years' experience, and proficiency with Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.

Qualifications

• Matric with strong Maths and Accounting.
• Certificate/Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping.
• 3–4 years’ bookkeeping experience in an accounting practice.
• Solid knowledge of accounts payable/receivable, VAT, and reconciliations.
• Experience with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).

Responsibilities

• Record and process daily financial transactions (sales, invoices, expenses, payments).
• Maintain general ledgers and reconcile accounts to trial balance.
• Prepare and review management reports (balance sheet, income statement, A/R & A/P age analysis, stock).
• Manage VAT reconciliations and submissions (SARS).
• Compile audit/financial statement packs and support bookkeeping supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication (Afrikaans & English)

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Education

Matric with strong Maths and Accounting

Certificate/Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Bookkeeper position available in Paarl.

Our client in Paarl is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial transactions for a portfolio of clients.

You will handle full bookkeeping functions, prepare management reports, and support VAT processes while assisting in team supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and process daily financial transactions (sales, invoices, expenses, payments).
• Maintain general ledgers and reconcile accounts to trial balance.
• Prepare and review management reports (balance sheet, income statement, A/R & A/P age analysis, stock).
• Manage VAT reconciliations and submissions (SARS).
• Compile audit/financial statement packs.
• Maintain accurate filing systems (digital and physical).
• Engage with clients on bookkeeping matters.
• Support and help oversee the bookkeeping team.

Requirements:

• Matric with strong Maths and Accounting.
• Certificate/Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping.
• 3–4 years’ bookkeeping experience in an accounting practice.
• Solid knowledge of accounts payable/receivable, VAT, and reconciliations.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage – training provided).

Skills Required:

• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong numerical and problem-solving ability
• Deadline-driven and able to work under pressure
• Good communication skills (Afrikaans & English)
• Organised, proactive, and team-oriented

What We Offer:

• Ongoing training and development
• Exposure to a variety of clients and systems
• Growth opportunities within a dynamic team