Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant

Description:

Well-established company based in Technopark Stellenbosch has a vacancy for an Accounting Assistant with at least 2 -5 years experience in bookkeeping to general ledger accounting to join their successful team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Financial Manager Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting or Finance experience).
• SAIPA qualified (Not essential)
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping or general ledger accounting.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English.
• Computer literate (MS Word, PowerPoint and MS Excel)
• Xero Accounting Software knowledge

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
• Post journal entries and adjustments as required.
• Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, and control accounts.
• Prepare monthly trial balances and supporting schedules.
• Prepare accurate invoicing across multiple clients.
• Manage debtor and creditor ledgers, ensuring timely collections and payments.
• Prepare supplier reconciliations and oversee payment runs.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
• Act as the first point of contact for clients on administrative and account queries.
• Support the Financial Manager in preparing management and financial reports.
• Maintain organised financial records and support internal and external audits.
• Work closely with administrative and operational teams to ensure accurate financial data capture.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of financial record-keeping.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities; able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
• High degree of accountability, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting or Finance experience).
• SAIPA qualified (Not essential)
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping or general ledger accounting.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English.
• Computer literate (MS Word, PowerPoint and MS Excel)
• Xero Accounting Software knowledge

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
• Post journal entries and adjustments as required.
• Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, and control accounts.
• Prepare monthly trial balances and supporting schedules.
• Prepare accurate invoicing across multiple clients.
• Manage debtor and creditor ledgers, ensuring timely collections and payments.
• Prepare supplier reconciliations and oversee payment runs.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
• Act as the first point of contact for clients on administrative and account queries.
• Support the Financial Manager in preparing management and financial reports.
• Maintain organised financial records and support internal and external audits.
• Work closely with administrative and operational teams to ensure accurate financial data capture.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of financial record-keeping.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities; able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
• High degree of accountability, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.