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Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper

The Legends Agency • Cape Town, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Bookkeeper (Hybrid)
Location: Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: R18,000 R25,000 per month (based on experience)
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Bookkeeper to manage multiple client accounts up to trial balance. This role requires strong technical bookkeeping skills, the ability to multitask across a portfolio of clients, and confidence in client-facing interactions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Full bookkeeping function up to Trial Balance
  • SARS eFiling submissions (VAT201 & EMP201)
  • Preparation of trial balances for accountants
  • Reconciliation of:
    • Bank accounts
    • Debtors and creditors
    • Balance sheet accounts
  • Processing of journal entries
  • Assisting clients in understanding their financial records
  • Conducting client visits when required
  • Setting up takeover balances and onboarding new client books
  • Managing stock and related adjustments
  • Handling bookkeeping for approximately 20 companies simultaneously

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years bookkeeping experience
  • Bookkeeping diploma or relevant qualification
  • Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
  • Experience working with multiple clients

Technical Skills

  • Accounting software: Sage One, Xero, Zoho, QuickBooks Online, Pastel
  • MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word
  • Other tools: Clockify, Syft

Key Competencies

  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to multitask and manage deadlines
  • Strong numerical ability
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Professional, presentable, and confident for client interaction
  • High level of integrity and transparency

Additional Requirements

  • Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans (spoken and written)
  • Must reside within a 3045 minute commute of the Northern Suburbs (CBD, Northern Suburbs, or Atlantic Seaboard)
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team
  • No private client work or conflict of interest permitted

Working Hours & Conditions

  • Monday to Friday: 08:00 16:00
  • Hybrid working model (office based in Northern Suburbs)
  • 8-hour workday

Leave & Benefits

  • 15 working days annual leave
  • Includes a December shutdown period of 79 days
  • No pension or medical aid benefits

Probation & Notice Period

  • 3-month probation period (reviewed monthly)
  • Permanent employment subject to successful completion of probation
  • 2-month notice period
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