Senior Bookkeeper (Payment management / Financial reporting / Taxation / Compliance / Process Improvement) – Cape Town, South Africa

Nature & Scope

Our client is a rapidly growing, forward-thinking organization based in Cape Town. They bring together a highly skilled team of architects, engineers, developers, and construction professionals to deliver beautifully designed, high-quality residential and mixed-use developments. With a strong focus on innovation and smart building practices, they cover the full project lifecycle  from land acquisition and urban planning to in-house architectural design, construction, and delivery.

The company thrives in a fast-paced, tech-enabled environment that encourages creativity, precision, and collaboration. They are currently seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bookkeeper to support their dynamic finance team. Success in this role requires a strong command of cloud-based accounting tools, a proactive mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement in financial processes.

Responsibilities

Invoice Processing & Financial Data Capture:

• Accurately capture sales and supplier invoices.
• Ensure correct allocation to relevant projects and cost centres.
• Monitor finance mailboxes and process incoming invoices and payment requests promptly.

Purchase Cycle & Payment Management:

• Manage the full purchase cycle.
• Load and process payments accurately and timeously via online banking platforms.
• Conduct monthly aged payables reconciliations and maintain up-to-date supplier accounts.
• Lead and facilitate weekly payments meetings with department representatives.

Taxation & Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT, payroll, income tax, and provisional tax returns.
• Handle SARS verifications, audits, and ensure compliance with IFRS for SMEs.
• Maintain accurate tax records and stay current with regulatory updates.

Financial Reporting & Planning:

• Maintain a balanced and accurate general ledger.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Post, verify, and allocate financial transactions accurately.
• Support cashflow planning in collaboration with the Financial Manager.
• Assist in financial forecasting and fund allocation strategies.

System & Process Improvement:

• Leverage tools such as Xero, Hubdoc, ApprovalMax, and Google Sheets for efficiency.
• Proactively suggest and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.
• Demonstrate a high affinity for accounting systems and a willingness to adapt to change.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified Bookkeeper qualification.
• Registered Tax Practitioner
• Solid understanding of IFRS for SMEs and general IFRS principles.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a construction, architecture, or property development environment.
• Proven experience using Xero, Hubdoc, and ApprovalMax
• Demonstrated knowledge of VAT, payroll, and income tax submissions, including handling verifications and audits.
• Experience with managing full purchase cycles, payment processing, and supplier reconciliations.
• Strong track record of working within a structured finance team and leading payment meetings or similar operational sessions.

Key Competencies

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

• Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Confident in using cloud-based systems like Xero, Hubdoc, and ApprovalMax.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments
• Solid knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and South African tax regulations.
• Proactive problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• High level of accountability, professionalism, and integrity.

Contractual Information

• Permanent
• All suitable candidates are encouraged to apply

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to [email protected].

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Sahil Bissoon

Business Development and Recruitment Specialist

CA Global – Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

CA Global Headhunters is an international staffing company with a specific focus on recruitment in Africa. Our extensive, diverse candidate network built up over 10 years comprises the most skilled and experienced candidates. We recruit talent of the highest standards across African sectors, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Banking, Finance, Legal, Insurance, Commodities, and Agriculture. As African markets continue to grow and develop, so too does our skill and expertise, ensuring that we deliver the best service to both clients and candidates.

Thanks to our access to global networks and resources, we understand our clients’ cultures, operations, business strategies, and industries. We are always on par with the latest technologies and trends which assist us in sourcing the best talent for clients. Whatever stage of the project lifecycle, we can put forward the right candidates with the right skills.