Bookkeeper

Talent Genie; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions for renewable energy projects. The role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial records, managing accounts payable, reconciling statements, and assisting with tax preparations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting and proficiency in accounting software. This is a permanent, full-time position offering ZAR30,000 - ZAR40,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining accurate and organized financial records.
• Ability to facilitate reconciliations of financial statements.
• Understanding of tax principles and preparation of tax returns.
• Experience in preparing preliminary financial statements.
• First point of contact and support for audits and queries.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial activities accurately into the accounting system.
• Manage accounts payable and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Maintain the company's general ledger effectively.
• Assist in preparing quarterly management accounts.

Skills

Accuracy and Completeness of Financial Records

Timely and Accurate Financial Reporting

Effective Cash Management

Compliance with Accounting Standards and Regulations

Fixed Asset Management

Support for Audits and Tax Filings

Data Integrity and Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Accounting field

Tools

Accounting software proficiency

Spreadsheet proficiency

Job description

Overview

Reference
Bookkeeper V&A

Salary
ZAR30,000 - ZAR40,000/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- City of Cape Town -- Cape Town

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
15 July 2025

The Bookkeeper plays a pivotal role in the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our renewable energy Project Companies. This position is responsible for the precise management of all financial transactions, from Financial Close into Construction and ultimately Operations. The Bookkeeper ensures the meticulous recording and reporting of financial data, providing indispensable insights that underpin strategic decision-making and contribute directly to the sustainable growth of our clean energy initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Record Financial Transactions
• Accurately entering all daily financial activities, including revenue, expenses, purchases, sales, invoices, and payments, into the accounting system
• Accounts Payable Management
• Processing and tracking invoices from suppliers and vendors
• Ensuring timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain good vendor relationships.
• Reconciling vendor statements
• Bank Reconciliations
• Regularly comparing the company's internal financial records with bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies
• General Ledger Maintenance
• Maintaining and updating the company's general ledger, which is the main record of all financial transactions
• Financial Reporting
• Assist in preparation of quarterly management accounts of Project Companies
• Tax Preparation
• Assisting with the preparation of tax returns by ensuring accurate and organized financial records. This often involves working closely with Accountants
• Tracking Renewable Energy Credits (REC's) and Government Incentives
• Renewable energy companies often benefit from various government incentives, grants, and the sale of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). The bookkeeper needs to track these accurately.
• Understanding the financial implications and reporting requirements related to these incentives
• Depreciation and Amortization of Assets
• Assist with depreciation and amortization calculations

Knowledge and Skills:

• Accuracy and Completeness of Financial Records.
• Timely and Accurate Financial Reporting.
• Effective Cash Management.
• Compliance with Accounting Standards and Regulations.
• Fixed Asset Management.
• Support for Audits and Tax Filings.
• Data Integrity and Confidentiality

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Accounting field

Minimum Previous Experience:

• Maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Facilitating reconciliations.
• Understanding of tax principles.
• Preparing preliminary financial statements.
• Retrieving and presenting supporting documentation.
• First point of contact and support in respect of audits and queries relating thereto.
• Identifying and correcting errors proactively.
• Understanding and applying internal controls and flagging deviations.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Spreadsheet proficiency.
• Data entry accuracy

Other Skills:

• Communication Skills: Clear and concise written and verbal communication for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., explaining discrepancies, requesting information).
• Integrity and Confidentiality: High ethical standards and ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Reliability & Dependability: Consistent performance and adherence to schedules.
• Adaptability: Ability to learn new software, processes, and adapt to changes in regulations or company needs.
• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments (e.g., project managers, operations, HC).
• Initiative: Proactively identifying areas for improvement in processes