Half-day Bookkeeper

RecruitMyMom; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable group in the water sustainability sector is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This part-time role will manage full bookkeeping functions, ensure accurate financial records, and support compliance across multiple entities. Ideal candidates should have a diploma or degree in Bookkeeping or Accounting and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a full-function bookkeeping role. Proficiency in Sage Accounting is essential.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to multi-entity bookkeeping

International operations experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a full-function bookkeeping role.
• Proven ability to manage books to trial balance and balance sheet.
• Experience with SARS eFiling (VAT, EMP201, EMP501).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance and balance sheet.
• Oversee debtors and creditors including onboarding and invoicing.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and corporate tax returns.

Skills

Management of books to trial balance and balance sheet

Proficiency in Sage Accounting

Strong Excel skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Bookkeeping or Accounting

Tools

Sage Accounting

Sage HR

SARS eFiling

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A reputable group operating within the water sustainability sector is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeperto join their finance team at group level. This half-day morning (in office) role will support a growing group of five entities. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial records, manage full bookkeeping functions, and support compliance across multiple companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance and balance sheet.
• Maintain accurate records in Sage Accounting and Sage HR, ensuring timely reconciliations.
• Oversee debtors and creditors, including onboarding, invoicing, reconciliations, and payments.
• Manage payroll, statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, EMP501), and filing of supporting payroll documents.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, corporate tax provisional and annual returns via SARS eFiling.
• Support intercompany billing, reconciliations, and reporting across multiple entities.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and insurance schedule.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and management packs.
• Assist with year-end close, audit packs, and compliance with IFRS for SMEs.
• Ensure all records are maintained on SharePoint in a structured and accessible format.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree (preferred) in Bookkeeping or Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a full-function bookkeeping role, ideally across multiple entities.
• Proven ability to manage books to trial balance and balance sheet.
• Experience with Sage Accounting and Sage HR; knowledge of Xero or QuickBooks advantageous.
• Experience with SARS eFiling (VAT, EMP201, EMP501, corporate tax returns).
• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs advantageous.
• Strong Excel, organisational, and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.

Benefits

This part-time role offers exposure to multi-entity bookkeeping, internationaloperations, and opportunities for professional growth into roles such as full time Office Manager or Finance Manager.