Bookkeeper / Accountant

JenRecruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Accountant in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will manage financial records with tasks including reconciliations and managing trial balances. The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting. This position is full-time and office-based in Woodstock, offering a salary range of R15,000 – R22,000 per month.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting.
• Strong knowledge of cash book, trial balance, debtors/creditors.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the cash book.
• Prepare and manage the trial balance.
• Handle debtors and creditors accurately and timeously.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Bookkeeper / Accountant job vacancy in Cape Town.

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Accountant with at least 5 years’ experience to manage our financial records.

The role includes handling cash book reconciliations, trial balances, debtors/creditors, sales journals, invoicing, and costing.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently.

Salary: R15 000 – R22 000 per month.

Working hours: Full time permanent position.

Area: Cape Town, office based in Woodstock.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and reconcile the cash book
• Prepare and manage the trial balance
• Handle debtors and creditors accurately and timeously
• Process the sales journal
• Issue and reconcile invoices and receipts
• Manage costing for products/services
• Assist with general accounting and finance duties as required

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping / accounting
• Strong knowledge of cash book, trial balance, debtors / creditors, sales journals, invoicing, and costing
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in accounting software is a plus, but not a requirement

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP an advantage).
• Prior experience in a compliance or financial control capacity.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.