Bookkeeper / Accountant

RecruitMyMom; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accounting firm in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage financial processing and controls for multiple clients. This position offers a hybrid work model with three days in-office and two days from home. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of bookkeeping experience and a strong knowledge of Xero, along with a supportive work environment that values flexibility. Join a team that understands the needs of working parents.

Benefits

Supportive, flexible work environment

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• At least 8 years' proven experience working as a bookkeeper.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero is a minimum requirement.
• Experience with SimplePay and exposure to CaseWare/DraftWorx advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bookkeeping for multiple clients.
• Complete bank, credit card, and account reconciliations accurately.
• Assist with month-end close procedures and preparation of financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Experience with Xero

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Bookkeeping or Accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

SimplePay

CaseWare/DraftWorx

Job description

Overview

A detail-orientated professional who enjoys working with multiple clients and values flexibility and work-life balance is required to join a dynamic and growing accounting firm. This role is especially well suited to a working parent, offering hybrid working (three days in-office and two days from home) and flexible hours once settled into the role.

You will work as an outsourced Bookkeeper for a portfolio of clients, handling financial processing, controls, payroll functions, and potentially assisting with the drafting of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bookkeeping for multiple clients
• Complete bank, credit card, and account reconciliation accurately
• Maintain and organise financial records and supporting documentation
• Assist with month-end close procedures and preparation of financial reports
• Monitor accounts receivable and payable to ensure timely payments and collections
• Assist with VAT/GST calculations, submissions, and compliance (where applicable)
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and accounting issues
• Assist with provisional tax calculations and submissions
• Handle payroll processing (depending on experience)

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent qualification with a Bookkeeping or Accounting qualification as an added advantage
• At least 8 years' proven experience working as a bookkeeper is required
• Strong working knowledge of Xero is a minimum requirement
• Experience with SimplePay advantageous
• Exposure to CaseWare/DraftWorx would be an advantage

Benefits

Supportive, flexible work environment

Hybrid (three days in office, two days remote)