Senior Bookkeeper - Cape Town

The Legends Agency; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial agency in Cape Town is looking for a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance. The role entails processing invoices, managing supplier/customer accounts, and providing detailed reports to management. Candidates should have at least 3 years of bookkeeping experience and must be proficient in accounting software. This full-time position offers a salary of R 30,000–35,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance.
• Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time.
• Share weekly sales reports for the group.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Excel

Customer service

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Bilingual in English and Afrikaans

Education

Relevant qualification in bookkeeping

Tools

Palladium accounting software

Job description

About the job

Senior Bookkeeper – Cape Town
Salary: R 30 000–35 000 per month CTC
Location: Rondebosch, Cape Town
Position Type: Full‑time
Availability: Immediate
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Senior Bookkeeper to join our team on a full‑time basis at our office in Rondebosch. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing full bookkeeping functions up to trial balance and will report directly to the Financial Manager and CEO. This role requires someone who is highly organised, detail‑oriented, and capable of handling large accounts, particularly with major retailers such as Clicks, Shoprite, and others.

Key Responsibilities

Cashbook

• Accurate and timely cashbook processing.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.

Suppliers

• Accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Correctly process raw materials into the appropriate warehouse.
• Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time.
• Perform monthly supplier reconciliations within 10 days after month‑end.
• Resolve any queries with suppliers promptly.
• Ensure accurate and consistent allocation of expenses.
• Capture all VAT transactions accurately.
• Maintain an online folder with all supplier invoices, statements, and reconciliations.

Customers

• Ensure customers pay in full and on time.
• Process credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Accurately and timely process customer deductions with relevant descriptions.
• Resolve any invoice queries with customers within 10 days after month‑end.
• Maintain an online folder with all customer invoices.
• Accurately invoice online sales monthly.
• Upload retail invoices onto the portal.

Reporting

• Share weekly sales reports for the group.
• Provide a weekly cash flow report to management.
• Prepare and share monthly, weekly, debtor, and creditor reports as required by the CEO or Financial Manager.
• Handle general admin tasks and filing as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant qualification in bookkeeping.
• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Palladium accounting software is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Must have own reliable transport.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
• Contactable references are required.

Next Steps

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for an opportunity to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.