German Speaking Bookkeeper to Trial Balance

Talent Acquisition Consulting; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a German Speaking Bookkeeper to Trial Balance to support a diverse portfolio of clients. The role involves processing financial transactions, preparing reconciliations, and communicating with clients in German and English. Ideal candidates will have bookkeeping experience and attention to detail. This position allows for flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Fluency in German (read, write, and speak) – non-negotiable.
• Proven experience in bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Processing monthly transactions (suppliers, debtors, fixed assets, journals, and bank reconciliations).
• Preparing monthly reconciliations and payment runs.
• Communicating confidently with clients in both English and German.

Skills

Fluency in German

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Xero

MS Teams

Job description

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

• German Speaking Bookkeeper to Trial Balance
• Location : Negotiable (Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Remote)
• Salary : R35 000 CTC per month (negotiable based on experience)

Are you a fluent German speaker with a solid background in bookkeeping? We are looking for a German Speaking Bookkeeper to Trial Balance to join a dynamic team supporting a portfolio of local and international clients.

About the Role :

You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial support, including :

1. Processing monthly transactions (suppliers, debtors, fixed assets, journals, and bank reconciliations)
2. Preparing monthly reconciliations and payment runs
3. Assisting with admin tasks and reporting to the Senior Accountant
4. Communicating confidently with clients and stakeholders in both English and German

What You’ll Need :

1. Fluency in German (read, write, and speak) – non-negotiable
2. Proven experience in bookkeeping up to trial balance
3. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills
5. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
6. Comfortable using digital platforms like MS Teams

Nice to Have :

1. Experience with Xero (training provided if needed)
2. Exposure to a multi-client accounting environment
3. Experience working with international clients

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a flexible environment with a diverse client base. If you thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven role and want to use your language skills professionally, we’d love to hear from you!