Senior Multi-Entity Bookkeeper | Xero & Cashflow Specialist

Helderberg Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel in Stellenbosch seeks a senior bookkeeping professional to oversee financial operations across three entities. You will own accounts management, high-volume reconciliations, debtor administration, and client financial communications.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment with multi-entity bookkeeping experience and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset to maintain seamless financial workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, financial management, or business management.
• At least 5 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience with emphasis on multi-entity work.
• Experience with SARS eFiling and statutory preparation is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; OneDrive familiarity is a plus.
• Experience using Trello or similar workflow tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payment reconciliations across three entities, including bulk uploads.
• Prepare batch payment schedules and reconcile corporate accounts.
• Create and manage debit order runs.
• Onboard/offboard clients on Xero, including invoicing schedules and contracts.
• Handle inter-company transfers and multi-entity accounts reconciliations.
• Present timely financial reports to the CEO.
• Manage aged receivables, credit control, and debt agreements.
• Assist with CIPC and SARS eFiling submissions.
• Collaborate with external accountants and auditors for year-end and compliance.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

5+ years bookkeeping

Xero proficiency

SARS eFiling experience

Excel

OneDrive

Trello or similar PM tools

high-volume invoicing

multi-entity reconciliations

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Financial Management/Business Management

Tools

Xero

Job description

Helderberg Personnel in Stellenbosch seeks a senior bookkeeping professional to oversee financial operations across three entities. You will own accounts management, high-volume reconciliations, debtor administration, and client financial communications.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment with multi-entity bookkeeping experience and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset to maintain seamless financial workflows.