Full Charge Bookkeeper - Remote Opportunity

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 270,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote role

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive virtual team environment

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized and experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper for a completely remote role based out of Gauteng. You will manage daily bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting while collaborating with a distributed team.

The role emphasizes independence, accuracy, and adherence to GAAP, with remote work flexibility and opportunities for growth. Remote-first culture supports autonomous home-based work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper or similar role (minimum 4 years).
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and GAAP.
• Proficiency with bookkeeping software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Excellent data entry skills and a high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping operations, including accounts payable and receivable processing.
• Perform bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations regularly.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Generate financial reports, including P&L statements and balance sheets, for management review.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax requirements.
• Maintain organized and accessible financial records for audit purposes.
• Implement and maintain efficient bookkeeping systems and processes.
• Liaise with external accountants for tax preparation and audits.

Skills

Bookkeeping

GAAP

Data entry

Remote work

Time management

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly organized and experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper for a completely remote position based out of Tembisa, Gauteng. This role is critical to maintaining the financial health of the company, ensuring all transactional accounting is accurate and up-to-date. As a remote-first company, we foster a culture of trust, autonomy, and seamless virtual collaboration. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, adept at managing their workload independently while contributing positively to a distributed team. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your bookkeeping expertise in a flexible, home-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping operations, including accounts payable and receivable processing.
• Perform bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations regularly.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Generate financial reports, including P&L statements and balance sheets, for management review.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax requirements.
• Maintain organized and accessible financial records for audit purposes.
• Implement and maintain efficient bookkeeping systems and processes.
• Liaise with external accountants for tax preparation and audits.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper or similar role (minimum 4 years).
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with bookkeeping software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Excellent data entry skills and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, essential for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with payroll processing and tax filings.
• A dedicated workspace with reliable internet connectivity.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and remote work tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• The flexibility of a fully remote role, eliminating commute time.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribution to a company known for its innovative approach.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.