JOB OVERVIEW

• Application Deadline: 3 September 2025
• Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
• Job Title: Qualified Bookkeeper
• Education Level: Bachelors Degree
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 Years

QUALIFIED BOOKKEEPER REQUIRED IN CAPE TOWN CBD.

Are you a meticulous and driven Bookkeeper with a completed finance qualification, ready to thrive in a dynamic, upmarket environment within the fast-paced energy sector?
Our client based in Cape Town’s vibrant CBD requires your confident knack of working with numbers to be part of a forward-thinking business making an impact in the energy space, joining their vibrant team in their funky modern workplace.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3 years proven experience in a bookkeeping role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential financial data
• Accurate and timely financial recordkeeping and reporting
• Solid understanding of tax principles and accounting standards
• Experience with reconciliations, fixed asset management, and audit preparation
• Ability to identify and correct errors proactively
• Knowledge of internal controls and compliance processes
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with various departments
• Adaptable and eager to learn new systems, tools, and regulations
• Committed to consistent performance and meeting deadlines

• Accurately entering all daily financial activities, including revenue, expenses, purchases, sales, invoices, and payments, into the accounting system
• Processing and tracking invoices from suppliers and vendors
• Ensuring timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain good vendor relationships
• Reconciling vendor statements
• Regularly comparing the company’s internal financial records with bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies
• Maintaining and updating the company’s general ledger, which is the main record of all financial transactions
• Assist in preparation of quarterly management accounts of Project Companies
• Assisting with the preparation of tax returns by ensuring accurate and organized financial records.
• This often involves working closely with Accountants.
• Assist with depreciation and amortization calculations