Bookkeeper

Cape Town
Salary: R25 000.00 - R30 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: CPT000659/NDB

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage financial operations across multiple branches and associated entities. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and consistently deliver accurate results within strict deadlines. Integrity, reliability and professionalism are essential for success in this role. This is a fast Pase Industrial environment where Business moves fast. The Company is based in the Southern Suburbs, Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain creditors for multiple branches, handling high transaction volumes.
Perform reconciliations, process payments and manage ad hoc financial transactions.
Oversee petty cash management and reconcile credit card transactions.
Ensure accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.
Prepare accounts for multiple smaller entities up to Trial Balance.
Conduct balance sheet reconciliations with high accuracy.
Utilize advanced Excel functions including formulas, VLOOKUPs and pivot tables; integrate with online applications.
Provide general administrative and financial support as required.
Complete tasks hands-on, with meticulous attention to detail.
Assist with ad hoc duties as required by management.

Systems Experience:

Xero
Sage
Excel (Advanced)
Outlook & Teams
Training will be provided for other internal systems

Candidate Requirements:

10–15 years of proven experience as a Bookkeeper or Senior Bookkeeper, preferably in a multi-branch environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
High levels of honesty, reliability and professional ethics.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
A degree in Accounting is highly desirable.

Attributes and Competencies:

Dynamic, adaptable and proactive mindset.
Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Ability to prioritize tasks and think clearly under pressure.
Hands-on approach with a willingness to go the extra mile.

Preferred Experience:

Multi-branch bookkeeping
Managing high transaction volumes

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