Remote Assistant Bookkeeper

RecruitMyMom; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent travel group is seeking a dedicated remote Assistant Bookkeeper in Cape Town. This role entails transactional bookkeeping, invoicing, and managing debtors. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience, proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems. The position offers flexibility with occasional on-site work. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and enjoy the dynamic travel sector.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Skill development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar bookkeeping position, preferably in a travel agency.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Transaction bookkeeping including invoicing and credit notes.
• Verify and reconcile BSP billing.
• Manage debtors and perform cash book reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Excel

Ability to work independently

Tools

Quicktrav accounting system

Job description

An industry-leading travel group is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented remote Assistant Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This permanent, full-time role offers the flexibility of primarily remote work; however, the successful candidate must be Cape Town-based, as minimal ad-hoc on-site work may be required. Working hours are 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday, with a one-hour lunch and some flexibility. This role reports to the Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Transactional bookkeeping
• Issue invoices accurately and timeously
• Issue and record credit notes
• Verify and reconcile BSP (Billing and Settlement Plan) billing
• Process journals provided, including airline debit/credit memos (ADM and ACM journals)
• Process intercompany expenses
• Process supplier expenses
• Perform cash book processing and reconciliations
• Calculate and prepare commission payouts
• Manage debtors, including follow-up of outstanding balances

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years\' experience in a similar bookkeeping position (travel agency experience is beneficial)
• Proficiency in accounting systems and MS Excel (Quicktrav accounting system experience is highly advantageous)
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment
• Cape Town-based with availability for minimal ad-hoc on-site work

Benefits

• Remote work with flexibility for occasional on-site attendance
• The opportunity to develop your skills in a flexible, autonomous environment
• Exposure to diverse financial processes and the dynamic travel sector
• A supportive team culture that values your contribution