Bookkeeper
Cape Town, South Africa
2026-06-03
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Accountancy
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Any
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
Negotiable
Job ID
36688
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Bookkeeper to support growing businesses across the United States and United Kingdom. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting processes, and ensuring financial information is reliable and up to date.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently in a remote environment, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating with stakeholders across different time zones.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping systems
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Record and reconcile financial transactions on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
- Prepare monthly financial reports and management accounts
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Manage invoice processing, payment tracking, and expense management
- Monitor cash flow and report any discrepancies or issues
- Maintain and organize financial documentation and records
- Support external accountants, auditors, and finance teams as required
- Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures and accounting standards
- Assist with payroll administration and related reconciliations where applicable
Required Experience & Skills
- 3+ years of bookkeeping experience supporting U.S. and/or UK businesses
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting processes
- Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
- Proficiency with cloud-based accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar systems
- Strong Excel and spreadsheet skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote environment
- Experience handling multiple entities, clients, or business units is advantageous
Preferred Qualifications
- Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping qualification
- Experience supporting professional services, technology, e-commerce, or SME businesses
- Exposure to VAT, sales tax, or international financial operations
- Experience with payroll processing and financial reporting
What We're Looking For
- Highly organized and process-driven
- Reliable and trustworthy when handling sensitive financial information
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Proactive and capable of working with minimal supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international business environment
Why Join
- Fully remote opportunity
- Work with international businesses and stakeholders
- Long-term career growth potential
- Collaborative and professional working environment
- Opportunity to contribute to growing organizations across multiple markets