Bookkeeper / Financial Assistant

SUMMARY:
Bookkeeper / Financial Assistant

POSITION INFO:

Job Description: BOOKKEEPER / FINANCIAL ASSISTANT

Job Overview:

Our client, a well-established Property Developer based in Cape Town, is searching for a Bookkeeper / Financial Assistant. The Bookkeeper provides support in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records for the company. This entry level role involves assisting in the processing of financial transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded. The Bookkeeper will also assist with the month-end closing and other general accounting tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Transaction Recording:
• Assist in recording daily financial transactions in the general ledger
• Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Expense tracking monitor and catergorise expenses tot ensure proper budget allocation.
2. Accounts Payable & Receivable:
• Help with processing accounts payable by organising invoices and ensuring timely payment.
• Assist in managing accounts receivable, including invoicing customers
• Follow up on overdue payments when necessary.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable balances.
3. Bank Reconciliation:
• Reconciling bank statements with company records.
• Investigate and report any discrepancies found during the reconciliation process.
4. Data Entry and Filing:
• Enter financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets.
• Maintain accurate filing systems for financial records, receipts, and invoices.
5. Assist with Payroll:
• Help with the preparation of payroll by verifying employee hours and assisting with pay calculations.
• Ensure proper documentation for payroll processing.
6. Support Financial Reporting:
• Update of various expense schedules, maintenance reports and flight schedules.
• Provide data and reports to management as required for month-end or year-end closing.
7. Assist with Tax Filing:
• Help organise documents and data for tax reporting purposes.
8. Other Duties:
• Support the senior accounting manager in various financial tasks, including audits and year-end closing.
• Perform other administrative duties as needed.
• Office administration.
• Loading of all transfers and payments on Absa online banking.
• Petty Cash processing.
• Processing of all card transactions.

Qualifications:

• Education: A diploma in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or a related field is a big advantage. Qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Experience: 3 years + experience in a bookkeeping role. Property experience will be of advantage.
• Skills:
• Understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero, Pastel or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Good literacy skills.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and writtenly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Proficient in Afrikaans & English

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position
• Office-based; After probation, there is the possibility that it could become a hybrid position, based on management’s discretion.
• Working days: Monday to Friday.
• Hours: 8am – 5pm

Compensation:

Salary based on experience and qualifications

PLEASE FORWARD YOUR CV TO BY NO LATER THAT 21.05.2026