Bookkeeper- FTC

Ellahi Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance across various accounts. Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, processing payments, and supporting the Finance Manager with financial reporting. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping, preferably in the seafood industry, and holds relevant qualifications. This role offers a fixed-term contract with a 3-month probation period.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping/accounting role is essential.
• Experience in the seafood industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations at month-end.
• Process petty cash transactions.
• Handle import payments and related correspondence.
• Manage international supplier accounts.
• Prepare and send import evidence for payments.

Skills

Proficiency in SAP

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (with a 3-month probation period) - Maternity Cover

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:45

Location: PaardenEiland, Cape Town

(Note: Hours may fluctuate based on production or operational demands)

Job Purpose

To oversee the company’s financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books across accounts payable and receivable, payroll, daily financial entries, reconciliations, and related reporting functions. This role ensures financial integrity, supports audit readiness, and contributes to efficient financial operations.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping
• Proficiency in SAP
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping/accounting role
• Experience in the seafood industry is advantageous

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Integrity, honesty, and reliability
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems
• Strong ability to multitask, manage time, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively
• Well-presented, professional, and flexible
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations and review/sign-off at month-end
• Process petty cash transactions and perform monthly reconciliations
• Handle import payments including Letters of Credit (LCs), FBCI, OTT, and related correspondence with the bank
• Process transactions across various accounts: factoring, Nedlib, Call, Current, Dollar, Euro
• Process weekly wages and related journal entries (as backup)
• Perform Nedbank transfers
• Manage international supplier accounts: creation, reconciliation, and communication
• Prepare and send import evidence for OTT payments to Nedbank
• Review, verify and process payment batches
• Post and reconcile month-end journals, including salaries and fixed assets
• Review and manage open purchase orders (POs)
• Process client rebates
• Perform and submit VAT reconciliations to Finance Manager and SARS
• Reconcile Camara account
• Perform monthly analysis on City of Cape Town (COCT) charges and Repairs & Maintenance
• Administer cell phone contracts, staff recoveries, and terminations
• Manage monthly accruals: fuel, credit cards, storage, etc.
• Run depreciation and manage fixed asset register
• Capture and reconcile shop accounts
• Reconcile intercompany loan accounts
• Ensure SARS Deferment accounts are paid timeously
• Assist with credit applications
• Support Finance Manager with ad hoc tasks and financial reporting as required