Bookkeeper

About the role

Our client, a Cape Town‑based seafood business, is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage the full debtors, creditors and cashbook functions. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly organised and able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full debtors, creditors and cashbook functions.
• Process customer and supplier invoices accurately on SAGE.
• Maintain customer accounts, statements and follow up on overdue payments.
• Verify supplier invoices, supporting documents and process payments, receipts and bank transactions.
• Perform daily bank and cashbook reconciliations and complete monthly debtor, creditor and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist with VAT reconciliations and monthly financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records, filing and supporting documentation.

Required profile

• Diploma in Bookkeeping or a relevant qualification.
• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• SAGE accounting software