Half Day Bookkeeper

Future Teams; South Africa; On-site; USD 1,037 - 1,729; Part time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a diligent Part-Time Bookkeeper to deliver essential bookkeeping services remotely. This role involves ensuring accurate client accounts, meeting deadlines, and building collaborative relationships with clients. With a strong finance background and commitment to excellence, you will be responsible for managing bank reconciliations, sales and purchase ledgers, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of bookkeeping experience and proficiency in Xero Accounting Software. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a flexible and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years bookkeeping experience required.
• Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, including invoicing and payments.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Xero Accounting Software

Microsoft Office

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Commercial Acumen

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Future Teams

Our client is a dynamic UK based accountancy firm who are looking for a diligent Part-Time Bookkeeper to provide essential bookkeeping services to their clients. Your role will involve ensuring accurate client accounts, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high work standards. Building collaborative client relationships is key, requiring a thorough understanding of their businesses and needs. A strong finance background, coupled with a commitment to excellence, is essential for success in this role.

This is a remote position open to those living anywhere in South Africa.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of Bank Accounts: Ensuring transactions match between bank statements and accounting records
• Sales Ledger Management: Recording sales transactions, issuing invoices, and monitoring customer payments
• Purchase Ledger Management: Recording purchases, processing supplier invoices, and managing payments
• Posting Journals: Recording financial transactions in the general ledger
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Comparing account balances to ensure accuracy
• Management Account Reporting: Preparing financial reports for management
• VAT Returns: Calculating and submitting VAT owed to tax authorities
• CIS Returns: Reporting payments to subcontractors in the construction industry
• Liaising with Clients and Internal Staff: Communicating with clients and colleagues as needed
• Financial Software Management: Utilising accounting software effectively for data entry, reporting, and analysis

Skills, Experience & Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years bookkeeping experience
• Minimum of 2 years Xero Accounting Software experience
• Experience and confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel
• Very strong analytical, problem solving and issue-resolution abilities with an eye for detail
• Excellent decision-making and judgment skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure
• An organised and flexible approach to work
• Excellent accounting skills including a solid grasp of taxation for individuals and small companies
• Ability to work in a small team and take ownership of tasks
• High commercial acumen and a self-starter

Load Shedding

Applicants must be able to ensure they can maintain internet and power during office hours.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing