
Bookkeeper
Streets
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: South Africa
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About the role
- Process daily financial transactions accurately using Xero, including sales, purchases, expenses, and bank entries.
- Maintain up-to-date ledgers and ensure data integrity within the Xero system.
- Perform bank reconciliations, supplier reconciliations, and credit card reconciliations.
- Process supplier invoices, match payments, and allocate receipts.
- Capture and code expenses through Dext or similar tools.
- Assist in preparing and submitting VAT workings for review.
- Support accountants with month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet schedules.
- Maintain organized digital filing systems for all accounting documents.
- Liaise with clients and suppliers to resolve transaction queries.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting processing experience.
- Proficiency in Xero (essential) and understanding of its reporting and reconciliation features.
- Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and basic accounting principles.
- Experience using Dext, Hubdoc, or similar data capture tools.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and time management.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
- Preferred (Not Essential): Experience working within an accounting practice or multi-client environment.
- Exposure to UK VAT, payroll, or financial statement preparation.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks, Sage, or other accounting systems.
Benefits
- Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.
- Ongoing training and development in Xero and UK accounting standards.
- Exposure to international clients and industries.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
bookkeepingaccountingdouble-entry bookkeepingfinancial transactions processingbank reconciliationssupplier reconciliationsVAT workings preparationExceldata capture
Soft Skills
attention to detailtime managementindependent workdeadline management