Senior Bookkeeper

Overview

Senior Bookkeeper Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Hashtag Nonprofit NPC

Senior Bookkeeper – Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB), Table View, Cape Town.

Final date to receive applications: 15 May 2026.

Position Details

• Location:

  Table View, Cape Town

• Reports To:

  Accountant

• Starting Date:
  As soon as possible
• Employment Type:

  Full‑time permanent position

• Working Hours:

  40‑hour working week

• Travel Requirements:
  Willingness and ability to travel if required
• Remuneration:
  Commensurate with qualifications and experience, subject to negotiation

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full bookkeeping functions, including monthly reviews to support an unqualified audit.
• Process and reconcile bank statements and petty cash.
• Oversee, process, and reconcile debtors, ensuring timely payments with coordination across departments.
• Import and reconcile sales and cost of sales from the point‑of‑sale system and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Manage creditors: reconcile supplier accounts, maintain document storage, prepare payments, and keep the vendor list updated in Xero.
• Manage the Procurement and Inventory Officer.
• Oversee Approval Max and Dext to ensure internal controls are followed.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with preparing VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.
• Oversee and maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and accurate records for audits.
• Oversee inventory and stock dispensing controls to mitigate shrinkage and losses.
• Oversee and assist with insurance policies to ensure that assets are adequately insured.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and assist with financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records compliant with SARS regulations.
• Conduct monthly internal control and audit checks to ensure compliance with procedures and policies.

  Consult with other departments to resolve financial queries and gather supporting documents.

• Assist with Human Resource functions.
• Assist with year‑end processes and audit preparation.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum 15 years proven experience as a senior bookkeeper, with human resources experience.
• Strong proficiency in Xero accounting software.
• Strong Excel proficiency.
• Experience with Simple Pay payroll is advantageous.
• Degree or diploma in Financial Accounting advantageous.
• Knowledge of Approval Max, Dext, Smart IT, Dev Man, Pay Pal, Pay Fast advantageous.
• Experience with bookkeeping in the non‑profit sector is highly advantageous.
• Highly computer literate with solid skills in Microsoft Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Understanding of internal controls and financial compliance.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Matric certificate.
• A clear criminal and credit record is essential and non‑negotiable.
• South African citizen.

Desired Expertise and Attributes

• Diligence:
  Maintains accuracy and thoroughness in all data and processes.
• Integrity and Discretion:
  Handles confidential and other information professionally and with trustworthiness.
• Exhibits strong organisational capability, consistently meeting self‑managed deadlines while efficiently handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, with the ability to communicate thoughtfully, manage interpersonal dynamics, and respond constructively in the workplace.
• Self‑Motivation and Initiative:
  Proactively takes ownership and drives results independently.
• Effective Communication:
  Liaises clearly and respectfully across departments and with external partners.
• Decision‑Making and Problem‑Solving:
  Makes informed decisions and resolves issues efficiently.
• Confidence and Tenacity:
  Demonstrates persistence and self‑assurance in achieving goals.
• Teamwork:
  Builds positive, collaborative relationships; works well independently and in teams.
• Stress Tolerance and Resilience:
  Able to navigate pressure thoughtfully while maintaining balance and a steady approach during busy or challenging periods.
• Adaptability:
  Embraces change and continually seeks improvement.

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Title: Senior Bookkeeper

Company: Hashtag Nonprofit NPC

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

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