Bookkeeper

apartmentO'Brien Recruitment placeCape Town calendar_month 

Experienced Bookkeeper Wanted – Join a Dynamic, Fast-Paced Team!

Are you a detail-oriented bookkeeper who thrives in a fast-moving environment? Do you want to grow your career at a well-established and respected model agency? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Full-Spectrum Accounting: Manage all accounts up to Trial Balance, ensuring accuracy and seamless financial operations.
  • Debtors & Creditors Oversight: Handle collections, process payments, and perform account reconciliations.
  • SARS Compliance: Ensure all PAYE payments, reports, and filings are accurate and up to date.
  • Payroll & HR Support: Administer salaries, maintain employee records (including leave and U19 forms).
  • Balance Sheet Analysis: Conduct detailed reviews to ensure transactions are accurate and accounts are reconciled.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly reports and assist with managing payments across multiple entities (including loans).
  • Asset Register Management: Keep the company’s asset records accurate and updated.
  • Model Support: Regularly meet with models/talent to explain payslips and address any outstanding payments.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • Stable & Supportive Environment: Our team stays long-term because they’re happy—we offer job security and a great culture.
  • Career Growth: We’re committed to developing our team, with real opportunities to learn and grow.
  • Exciting Industry: Every day is different in this fast-paced model agency!
  • Collaborative Team Culture: Work with a fun, professional, and close-knit team in a vibrant office space.

Work Schedule:

  • Hours: Monday–Friday
  • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (October–March)
  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (April–September)
  • Start Date: Immediate availability preferred.

Who We’re Looking For:

  • At least 4 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks (preferred), and experience using Sage Payroll and SARS platforms.
  • Must be based in Cape Town—this is a full-time, in-office role located in the city center.
  • Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, and email). Bonus if you’ve got strong QuickBooks experience.
  • Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented—able to handle large volumes of data, reconciliations, and ensure accounts are always in order.
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