Accountant / Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Jenrecruitment

Job Ref:

2389462680

Date posted:

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Accountant with at least 5 years’ experience to manage our financial records. The role includes handling cash book reconciliations, trial balances, debtors/creditors, sales journals, invoicing, and costing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and reconcile the cash book
Prepare and manage the trial balance
Handle debtors and creditors accurately and timeously
Process the sales journal
Issue and reconcile invoices and receipts
Manage costing for products/services
Assist with general accounting and finance duties as required

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting
Strong knowledge of cash book, trial balance, debtors/creditors, sales journals, invoicing, and costing
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Proficiency in accounting software is a plus, but not a requirement

Working hours: Full time permanent position

Area: Cape Town, office based in Woodstock.

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