Junior Bookkeeper
Stellenbosch - South Africa
Job Summary
Do you have a sharp eye for numbers and a passion for getting the details right My client in the technology space is looking for an organised dynamic Junior Bookkeeper to join their team come and keep their finance records accurate compliant ad running smoothly.
Why join this team
This is your chance to build a strong foundation in finance. Youll work across creditors reconciliations payroll journals VAT and month-end gaining hands-on exposure to the full bookkeeping cycle. Its an ideal next step for an early-career finance professional ready to grow with the team.
What you will be doing:
- Capture supplier invoices and maintain accurate creditor records in multiple currencies
- Prepare supplier payment schedules
- Process company bank account and credit card statements
- Perform creditor bank and credit card reconciliations
- Resolve supplier account queries and discrepancies
- Process employee expense claims and company credit card transactions
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Process monthly journals including PAYE and prepayments with supporting documentation
- Complete EMP201s and assist with VAT deliverables
- Assist with month-end and year-end procedures
- Support fixed asset and stock verification spot-checks
- Maintain filing systems and audit documentation
- Manage petty cash
- Support the finance team with ad hoc accounting and admin tasks
What we are looking for:
- Minimum of a completed BCom degree in Accounting Finance or a related field (preferred)
- Minimum of 13 years accounting experience
- Experience with Sage or a similar ERP system preferred
- Good Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong numerical aptitude and high attention to detail
- Sound understanding of VAT and statutory compliance
- Excellent communication analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of cross-border accounting (would be advantageous)
- Proactive reliable and positive with a strong sense of ownership and integrity
- A collaborative team player focused on delivery
What is in it for you:
- Exposure to a broad range of bookkeeping and accounting functions
- Room to develop and grow within a professional finance team
- A supportive collaborative working environment
Please note if you havent heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. Wed still love to stay connected follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
CA Financial Appointments is a leading financial recruitment agency based in Cape Town. We seek out the best financial talent for our valued clients.