Job Description

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Job Overview

Application Deadline:

4 December 2025

Job Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape

Job Title:

Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant

Education Level:

Diploma

Job Level:

Senior

Minimum Experience:

5- 7 Years

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Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant required in Cape Town.

Are you the "go-to" person when it comes to managing the full bookkeeping function? Our client, a leader in the IT industry, requires a Senior Bookkeeper to oversee key accounting processes including monthly reporting, VAT returns, payroll, and financial statements.



This role will support the General Manager and require your hands on and detail driven expertise to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

Diploma or certificate in finance or bookkeeping Minimum of 5 years of solid bookkeeping experience in a similar role Technical knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, procedures, and financial reports Strong understanding and usage of Sage Accounting and MS Excel Good computer literacy and IT skills (Windows, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive) Good analytic, writing and communication skills. Good problem solving and decision-making skills Excellent time management skills Highly accurate and focused, with good attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative Adaptable to change Clear criminal record and sober habits Loyal, enthusiastic, and reliable Reliable transport

Duties and Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping to Trial Balance for multiple connected companies - maintaining existing systems Debtors - Must have hands on experience and knowledge of customer invoices and recurring billing procedures Oversee monthly recurring invoices run Oversee debt control and collecting Reconcile accounts and liaising with customers Process debit order runs Creditors - Must have hands on experience and knowledge of supplier invoice capturing allocations and reconciling Oversee supplier credit control and prepare for payment Liaising with suppliers Cashbook - Oversee bank entries, allocation, and reconciliation Post journal entries Process and reconcile Netcash, Payfast and investment account transactions Petty cash - oversee process and balance Asset register - keep records up to date VAT returns - preparation, submission and reconciliation Monthly reporting - Financial and ICASA submissions Annual Financial Statements preparation for submission to external accountants Payroll for 2 companies using Sage Payroll HR - Oversee leave and staff documentation General Office management, administrative duties, and record keeping. * Liaise closely with the General Manager