Bookkeeper (South Africa)

Somewhere; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A remote healthcare organization is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial data. This role involves payroll processing for multiple therapists and financial reporting using Google Sheets. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Google Sheets. Full training on specific software will be provided.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets for financial tracking.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly payroll processing for therapists.
• Enter payroll data and review reports before submission.
• Track and maintain financial spreadsheets weekly.

Skills

Google Sheets proficiency

Numerical and analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

JustWorks

Google Sheets

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: Remote - Open to candidates in South Africa

Working Hours: Eastern Time Zone business hours

Start Date: As soon as possible

Overview

We are seeking a Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial data entry, payroll processing, and revenue reporting. The role focuses on accurate data management and process consistency rather than complex accounting. You will primarily use JustWorks for payroll, Google Sheets for financial tracking and reporting, and a proprietary Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for revenue data. Full training will be provided on how to pull and manage weekly revenue data from the EHR system.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage weekly payroll processing for 30+ therapists across 6 locations using JustWorks
• Enter payroll data and review reports before submission (JustWorks auto-calculates taxes and deductions)
• Track, maintain, and update financial spreadsheets weekly using Google Sheets; Pull and reconcile weekly revenue data from the EHR system to align with internal financial reports
• Prepare and organize financial reports and analysis for internal review
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Communicate with the accountant when QuickBooks access or data is required
• Assist with ad hoc financial data requests and integration of financial information from various systems

Requirements

• 1-3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets (data entry, formulas, formatting, and reporting)
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage recurring weekly processes
• Comfortable learning and navigating new software systems
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with JustWorks or other payroll software
• Familiarity with QuickBooks (for coordination with the accountant)
• Background in healthcare or service-based organizations
• Experience with CRM systems