Bookkeeper

Salt; Wes-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance team is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper for a remote position servicing UK clients. Key responsibilities include managing financial records, reconciling payments, and producing profit & loss statements. The role offers the flexibility of working remotely, with potential opportunities for local collaboration in Cape Town in the future.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping role.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with multiple clients advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Preparing profit & loss statements.
• Processing invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Proactivity

Education

National Diploma (NDip) or Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your bookkeeping skills in a challenging and rewarding environment, working remotely with a company that services UK clients. The Bookkeeper will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records for multiple clients. While this is a remote position, our client is considering establishing an office in Cape Town in the future, offering potential opportunities for local collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Performing Bank Reconciliations.
• Preparing Profit & Loss statements.
• Processing invoices.
• Reconciling payments.
• Communicating with clients via email.
• Managing the Sales Ledger.
• Credit Control.
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Inputting cash flow data into Excel (experience is a plus).

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma (NDip) or Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree is required.
• Proven experience in a bookkeeping role.
• Xero proficiency is a MUST.
• Experience with multiple clients is highly advantageous.
• Solid Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proactive and results-oriented.

Location and Working Hours

• Remote position based in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Working hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM SAST.
• Note: Work will be performed to accommodate UK client needs.

Salary

• R20,000 - R30,000 per month, commensurate with experience.