Half-day Bookkeeper

Job Information

• Job Opening ID ZR_17581_JOB
• Hours of Work Part-time
• Location Type Hybrid (Part office, Part remote)
• Industry Accounting
• Job Type Permanent
• Salary R17 000
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 02/11/2026
• Please note We know how much effort goes into every application. While we would love to respond to every one, the volume we receive makes this difficult. Our highest placement success is with candidates who have 3+ years of relevant experience. Parenting breaks don't count against you. If you have not heard from us within 21 days, we have been unable to move forward with your application for this role.
• State/Province Western Cape
• City/Town Durbanville, Cape Town
• Country South Africa

Job Description

Working from 08h00 to 13h30, this half-day permanent position plays an essential role in maintaining accurate financial records up to trial balance level for a consulting firm, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

The focus of this position is on delivering efficient, precise, and independent bookkeeping management. The successful candidate will ensure full ledger integrity, trial balance preparation ready for Annual Financial Statement compiling, and seamless statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete bookkeeping functions up to trial balance utilising Sage Pastel Partner Accounting.
• Post and accurately reconcile all bank transactions and petty cash accounts.
• Prepare and reconcile debtors and creditors accounts.
• Maintain and update accurate fixed asset registers.
• Prepare and balance regular bank reconciliations.
• Ensure strict adherence to statutory VAT regulations.
• Prepare and submit VAT and PAYE returns via SARS e-filing.
• Prepare and submit COIDA returns.
• Process monthly payroll using Pastel Payroll.
• Handle SARS registrations and update company details as required.
• File CIPC annual returns and handle beneficial ownership reporting.

Requirements

Essential Requirements:

• Recently qualified degree or diploma in the accounting field OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant bookkeeping experience.
• Proven proficiency in Sage Pastel Partner Accounting software.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and accurately.
• Capability to process and reconcile balance sheet accounts up to trial balance ready for AFS preparation.

Required Software Skills:

• Sage Pastel Partner Accounting
• Pastel Payroll
• SARS e-Filing
• CIPC Filing System

Benefits

• Work Arrangement: Office-based (Durbanville, Western Cape).

• Employment Type: Permanent employment (Half-day).

• Remuneration: R15 000 per month (negotiable depending on qualification and experience).

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