Bookkeeper Team Leader (Accountant)

InvisionHR; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bookkeeping firm in South Africa is searching for a Bookkeeper Team Leader to manage and support the bookkeeping team. Responsibilities include ensuring service delivery, mentoring team members, and maintaining a high-quality work environment. Ideal candidates should have supervisory experience and strong accounting knowledge. This hybrid role offers market-related remuneration and opportunities for continuous development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in a supervisory role within a bookkeeping practice.
• 3 years bookkeeping experience in an accounting practice.
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English (reading, writing, speaking).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the bookkeeping team.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in bookkeeping tasks.
• Identify training needs and encourage professional development.
• Maintain a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Matric (strong in maths & accounting)

BAcc or similar

Tools

Xero

Draftworx

Dext

SimplePay

SARS systems

Practice management tools

Job description

We're looking for a Bookkeeper Team Leader to oversee and support our bookkeeping team.

This role ensures timely and accurate service delivery, maintains high-quality standards, and fosters a positive work environment. You'll also mentor team members, improve processes, and stay updated on industry regulations.

Key Responsibililites

• Lead, mentor, and support the bookkeeping team.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in bookkeeping tasks.
• Identify training needs and encourage professional development.
• Maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Keep up to date with accounting and tax regulations.
• Plan for business continuity and operational efficiency.
• Handle other tasks as required.

Supervisory Duties

• Provide leadership and direction to the team.
• Oversee daily operations and workflow.
• Manage hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.

Requirements

Qualifications & Expereince

• Education: Matric (strong in maths & accounting), BAcc or similar (or currently studying).
• Experience: 1-2 years in a supervisory role within a bookkeeping practice, plus 3 years bookkeeping experience in an accounting practice.
• Memberships: SAIPA or SAICA beneficial.

Software & Skills

• Software: Xero, Draftworx, Dext, SimplePay, SARS systems, and practice management tools.
• Skills: Attention to detail, problem-solving, time management, communication, and ability to work under pressure.
• Languages: Proficiency in Afrikaans and English (reading, writing, speaking).

Working Conditions & Remuneration

• Hybrid role (office-based & remote, depending on team needs).
• Travel may be required occasionally.
• Continuous professional development expected.
• Market-related remuneration.

If you're a detail-oriented leader with bookkeeping expertise, we'd love to hear from you!