Senior Bookkeeper (Half Day)

Time Personnel; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to manage financials for a small company in Cape Town. The role requires a degree and a minimum of 10 years' experience in financial management. Responsibilities include handling payroll, managing bank reconciliations, and liaising with external accountants. This position offers a hybrid work model: two days in the office and three days remote.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in financial management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full bank reconciliations.
• Handle payroll processing for staff.
• Submit VAT returns and reconciliations.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Sage or Pastel

Education

Degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Bookkeeper (Half Day) job vacancy in Cape Town.

Do you have experience managing a small company’s financials full financials including payroll and management accounts and require a half day hybrid position?

Our client based in Montague Gardens requires your stable track record and accounting skills to manage the full process of their financial portfolio.

Requirements:

• Degree and minimum 10 years’ experience in financial management
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skill and attention to detail
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office programs – Sage,or Pastel advantageous
• Analytical and deadline focused
• Hybrid – Two days in office and three days remote working

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full bank reconciliations
• Managing debtors and creditors
• Payroll processing for staff
• VAT submissions and reconciliations
• Reconciliation of various accounts
• Maintaining accurate general ledger records
• Assisting with monthly management accounts and reporting
• Liaising with our external accountant/auditor as required