Bookkeeper

A vacancy has been confirmed for a Bookkeeper based in Margate, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will join an established team within the finance jobs function.

About This Position

The organisation is investing in its Margate operation, and this Bookkeeper position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.

Notably, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Margate operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the finance jobs group in Margate.

Why Join Us

Notably, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in finance jobs from your base in Margate. Many colleagues across KwaZulu-Natal have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Margate teams.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in KwaZulu-Natal.

Your Future Here

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Margate have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Margate have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Margate team member.

About the Team

Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Margate office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.

Beyond that, the team mix in Margate reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
• Monitor debtors’ age analysis and follow up on overdue accounts
• Compile cash-flow forecasts and variance commentary for management
• Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
• Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
• Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
• Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements and intercompany loans

Candidate Profile

• Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
• Working towards SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA designation is preferred
• Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
• Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
• Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
• Good written and verbal communication with non-finance stakeholders

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.