Part-time bookkeeper

Viridian; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic financial firm in South Africa is seeking a part-time bookkeeper to assist with financial record-keeping and reporting. The role offers flexibility with hours and requires 15-20 weekly hours. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in financial management and experience with accounting software. This position includes office work in Woodstock and focuses on collaborative financial tracking and reporting.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Annual leave policy

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in bookkeeping or financial management.
• Proven track record in managing budgets and reconciling expenses.
• Experience with preparing VAT returns and payroll administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the financial record-keeping and reporting.
• Track and manage payroll and expenses against budgets.
• Collaborate with the CEO, COO, and project teams.

Skills

Financial administration

Budget management

Communication

Digital collaboration tools

Accounting software

Education

Relevant University Degree or Qualifications

Certificates in project management or auditing

Tools

Xero

SimplePay

Job description

Overview

Viridian is looking for a bookkeeper to support the team on a part-time basis (15-20 hours per week). The bookkeeper will work closely with the CEO, COO and project teams to ensure excellent financial record-keeping and reporting, track expenses against budgets, and manage payroll.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to balance two roles within small businesses, or for those seeking a part-time, flexible role. Ideally, the bookkeeper would be able to work at the Viridian office (Woodstock) from time to time, and is interested in working with our team on a long-term basis.

Read the full job description here - https://www.viridian.africa/viridian-is-hiring-part-time-bookkeeper/

Who we’re looking for

• Qualifications & experience: Relevant University Degree or Qualifications, and certificates/ courses in project management or auditing are advantageous.
• 3+ years’ experience in financial administration, financial management and/or bookkeeping.
• Proven experience in managing budgets, reconciling expenses and bank statements, tracking project expenses, preparing and managing VAT returns, basic payroll administration, and producing basic financial reports.
• Experience with project audits, project management and grant-financed projects would be an advantage.
• Able to keep track of external deadlines and deliverables related to financial reporting and aspects of the business.
• Able to work with a hybrid team and with multiple project managers across projects.
• Collaborative, but decisive and assertive when necessary.
• Skilled at assessing and using a range of digital/online collaboration tools, and accounting software, including Xero, SimplePay, etc.

How you will work for us

• 15-20 hours per week. Available office hours would be agreed on. Our team is relatively flexible about when these hours are run, to help accommodate another part-time role.
• The Viridian team works in our Woodstock office on Tuesdays and Fridays. Ideally, the bookkeeper would work in-office with the team once a week, or once every two weeks.
• The budget for this role is R13,000-R18,000, depending on experience. The Viridian leave policy is 21 days per annum for full-time contractors, and this would be worked out pro rata for this role.
• You will require a stable internet connection, appropriate home work environment, and laptop.

How to apply

Please visit our website to read the full description and to apply. Applications close on 4 October.