Bookkeeper

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Location: Hybrid – Stellenbosch
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Financial Services | SaaS | Technology

About the Role

Waters Edge Solutions is partnering with a tech-forward financial services provider to hire a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper. In this role, you'll handle daily financial processing, maintain accurate ledgers, and support payroll and VAT submissions. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-evolving, high-performance team that values precision, efficiency, and digital excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Process daily financial transactions and bring books to trial balance

• Perform regular bank reconciliations with zero unexplained items

• Manage supplier invoices, payments, and customer billing

• Ensure accurate VAT treatment and assist with SARS submissions

• Maintain payroll records and inputs via Simple Pay

• Liaise with teams, clients, and suppliers for documentation and queries

• Keep structured digital records and support audit readiness

• Assist with month-end reconciliations, accruals, and reporting

• Prepare schedules for deductions, reimbursements, and staff-related tracking

• Identify and recommend improvements to streamline processes

What You’ll Bring

• 2–3 years of bookkeeping or transaction processing experience

• Strong proficiency in Xero (certification preferred)

• Experience in Simple Pay payroll administration

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets

• Good understanding of VAT treatment and bookkeeping fundamentals

• Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines independently

• High attention to detail and organisational skills

• Clear communication when working with suppliers and internal teams

• Ability to manage sensitive data with confidentiality and professionalism

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of intercompany transactions

• Experience in tech-enabled work environments

• Familiarity with audit processes and compliance

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work in a digital-first, fast-growing finance team

• Exposure to SaaS financial operations and tools

• Supportive environment with opportunities to improve processes and build technical skills

Company Culture

The client fosters a collaborative, tech-savvy culture that emphasises autonomy, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that values initiative, communication, and high performance in a modern, fast-paced environment.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.