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Senior Bookkeeper

Ref: JO-2606-361265

  • Environment: Hybrid
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-08-13

A leading events company in Cape Town is looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to join their team.

Key requirements:

  • BCom in Accounting or similar
  • Proficiency in Xero accounting software is essential
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial practices
  • Medium knowledge of CRM systems (Current, salesforce, Odoo etc)

Duties:

  • Load and process payments to suppliers and service providers.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices.
  • Supplier Invoice queries.
  • Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable as well as performing regular follow ups on outstanding debtors.
  • Reconcile creditor and debtor statements.
  • Credit card management and reconciliation.
  • Financial Planning and forecasting.
  • Monthly Profit & Loss reports.
  • Weekly Debtors reports.
  • VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, WCA.
  • Payroll management.
  • Contract management (Completion of contracts, updates, addendums, filing)

Extra Information:

  • Salary: R25 000 – R35 000 (depending on experience)
  • Hybrid working (3 days office and 2 days remote)
  • Location: Cape Town

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Senior Bookkeeper

  • South Africa, Cape Town
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • ZAR 300,000.00 - ZAR 420,000.00 per annum
  • Hybrid
  • Permanent

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