Part-Time / Half-Day Bookkeeper

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Somerset West is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper for a part-time role. Responsibilities include managing financial transactions, maintaining accounts, and assisting with VAT returns. The ideal candidate has proven bookkeeping experience, proficiency in Excel, and a strong attention to detail. This position offers flexibility and requires a self-motivated individual to contribute to a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper with ability to work up to trial balance.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and reliable with a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Capture and process financial transactions accurately.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts, ledgers, and journals.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Excel proficiency

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

An established accounting firm in Somerset West is seeking to appoint a Bookkeeper on a part-time or half-day basis. The successful candidate will work flexi-time or mornings, depending on mutual agreement.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Capture and process financial transactions accurately on accounting software, in line with firm standards.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts, ledgers, and journals.
• Prepare and update spreadsheets in Excel.
• Reconcile bank statements and supplier/customer accounts.
• Assist with VAT returns, PAYE, and other statutory submissions.
• Support senior accountants with financial reporting and ad-hoc tasks.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of assigned work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, with ability to work up to trial balance.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and reliable, with a professional approach.
• Preferably residing in or near Somerset West.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who values accuracy, flexibility, and contributing to a collaborative accounting team.