Bookkeeper

Hire Resolve; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable solar energy company in Somerset West is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper. The role involves managing full bookkeeping functions, client liaison, and collaboration with the finance team. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, proficiency in Xero, and be fluent in English and Afrikaans. Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Bookkeeping are preferred.

Benefits

Dynamic finance team

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven bookkeeping experience.
• Proficient in Xero (or similar accounting systems).
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Full bookkeeping function including bank reconciliations and invoicing.
• Client liaison and management of supplier contracts.
• Support year-end audit preparations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Bookkeeping

Tools

Xero

Zoho

Simpro

Job description

Hire Resolve is working with a reputable solar energy company based in Somerset West. Our client is in the renewable energy sector and is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join their dynamic finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys a hands-on team, and is passionate about accuracy in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Full bookkeeping function using Xero, including:
  
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Debtors and creditors
  • Invoicing and payment allocations
  • Monthly journals and VAT submissions
• Client liaison:
  
  • Calling and following up on outstanding payments
  • Handling customer account queries professionally and timeously
• Supplier management:
  
  • Recording and reconciling supplier invoices
  • Managing supplier contracts via Zoho
• Collaboration with CFO on monthly and project-specific reporting
• Assist in financial project tracking using Zoho Projects and Simpro (training will be provided)
• Support year-end audit preparations and financial reviews

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven bookkeeping experience
• Proficient in Xero (or similar accounting systems)
• Experience with Zoho and/or Simpro beneficial but not essential (training will be provided)
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (must be confident communicating with clients in both languages)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - must be comfortable speaking to clients on the phone regarding outstanding accounts
• Ability to work independently, yet collaboratively with the CFO and broader finance team
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability
• Industry background in engineering, energy, construction, or technical services is advantageous, but not essential
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Bookkeeping preferred

Benefits
Please Note, if you don't match the Requirements, you won't be consider for this role.

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today
  
  • Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
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  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise