Bookkeeper

A Bookkeeper position is being filled in Stellenbosch. Suitable candidates from across Western Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.

What This Role Involves

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

Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.

On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Stellenbosch also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

The Environment

Beyond that, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.

In addition, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Stellenbosch site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

About Stellenbosch

Working in Stellenbosch means a place near the V&A Waterfront precinct, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Stellenbosch office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Stellenbosch.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

Your Role

• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
• Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
• Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
• Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements and intercompany loans
• Assist with VAT, PAYE and provisional tax submissions to SARS
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions

Essential Criteria

• Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
• 2-4 years’ experience in a similar finance role
• Solid working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and SA tax basics
• B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.