Bookkeeper (3 Months to Perm)
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Posted on:
15 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly seasoned and autonomous Bookkeeper to join our client on a full-time 3 month fixed-term contract with a strong possibility of extension. This position is based in Cape Town and requires in office work for the first month.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable with high-volume transactions and will focus exclusively on clearing a substantial Accounts Payable (AP) backlog to facilitate a fast turnaround ahead of year-end.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable Backlog Clearance (Priority): Drive the immediate resolution of a significant AP backlog (including over 750 unreconciled line items across two entities).
- Process invoices efficiently using Dext and perform payment reconciliations within Xero.
- Execute bank reconciliations specifically for creditor accounts.
- Manage expense tracking as required.
- Focus strictly on creditors/AP; revenue/AR is managed internally by the client.
Requirements
- Seasoned experience operating fully autonomously in a high-volume bookkeeping and AP environment
- Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and creditor management.
- A self-starter who requires minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with the following systems is preferred: Xero Dext and PaySpace.
Required Skills:
Seasoned experience operating fully autonomously in a high-volume bookkeeping and AP environment Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and creditor management. A self-starter who requires minimal supervision. Familiarity with the following systems is preferred: Xero Dext and PaySpace.
Company Industry
Airlines and Aviation / Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Key Skills
- Anti Money Laundering
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- CNC
- Jpa
- Marine Services
- ACCA
