Senior Bookkeeper

Remote Recruitment; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based property organization is looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to manage multi-entity bookkeeping operations remotely. The ideal candidate is a Xero-certified professional with 3-5 years of experience in senior bookkeeping, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of UK VAT compliance. This role offers a salary range of R30 000 to R35 000 and is perfect for detailed-oriented finance professionals looking for meaningful work in a remote team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of senior-level bookkeeping experience required.
• Xero certified advisor with up-to-date certification.
• High attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead bookkeeping processes across multiple entities.
• Prepare finance dashboards for management.
• Support UK VAT submissions and compliance.

Skills

Xero Certified Advisor

Senior-level bookkeeping experience

Managing multi-entity finance

Intercompany transactions and reconciliations

UK VAT requirements

Analytical skills

Tools

Xero

Dext

ApprovalMax

Telleroo

Job description

Job Overview

A values-led UK-based property and social impact organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to oversee multi-entity bookkeeping operations across its growing housing group. This role is vital to ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making in a mission-driven business providing both temporary and long-term accommodation solutions.

As a Senior Bookkeeper, you'll lead the day‑to‑day finance function, optimise systems like Xero and ApprovalMax, and collaborate closely with leadership to maintain clean financial data and reporting. If you're a Xero‑certified professional with a deep understanding of intercompany finance, automation tools, and UK compliance - this role offers meaningful work within a supportive remote team.

R30 000 - R35 000

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Lead weekly bookkeeping processes across multiple entities
• Oversee client invoicing, credit control, and supplier payments
• Manage bank reconciliations and ensure up-to-date cash flow data
• Maintain accurate intercompany accounts and deferred income records
• Track rental income and costs, ensuring correct allocations across properties
• Respond to finance‑related queries via shared inboxes

Systems & Automation

• Optimise and maintain workflows in Xero, Dext, ApprovalMax, and Telleroo
• Manage user access, system permissions, and integration integrity
• Drive automation and system improvements to streamline financial processes
• Collaborate with operations and tech teams to align financial and property systems

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare weekly finance dashboards: cash position, debtors, and payables
• Lead preparation for monthly finance reviews with leadership
• Support quarterly UK VAT submissions and compliance
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping aligned with UK financial regulations

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Xero Certified Advisor with up‑to‑date certification
• Minimum 3-5 years of senior‑level bookkeeping experience
• Proven experience managing multi‑entity finance
• In‑depth knowledge of intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Solid understanding of UK VAT requirements and submission timelines
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and system thinking
• Access to a reliable laptop/PC and stable internet connection

Desirable:

• Experience with workflow automation and financial integrations
• Comfort working in a remote, collaborative team environment
• Experience with visual reporting tools or dashboard creation