Part-time Bookkeeper

A part-time Bookkeeper is required for the SA-based hub of a UK marketing agency to provide essential support for a five-month maternity leave period. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller and working alongside 2 others in the finance team, this half-day role is critical for maintaining financial accuracy and ensuring seamless operational continuity within an evolving offshore environment. Although this is largely a remote role, the successful candidate must be based in Cape Town in order to attend occasional in-office meetings, receive training and a handover at the office in Woodstock. 9am - 1pm Monday to Friday. Independent Contractor R13 000 - R15 000 per month. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Support: Report directly to the Financial Controller, working collaboratively with the finance team to meet departmental goals. Month-End: Take primary responsibility for peak-period drivers, specifically the high-volume generation of customer invoices and the meticulous loading of payment packs for authorisation. Transactional Accounting: Capture daily cash flow records, manage business expense processing, and post general journals. Workflow & PO Management: Oversee the end-to-end invoice workflow and purchase order (PO) systems to ensure data integrity. Reconciliations: Execute detailed vendor reconciliations and reconcile company credit card transactions. Compliance & Administration: Maintain vendor master data and assist with monthly intercompany reporting in line with organisational protocols. Requirements Experience: 1–3 years’ experience in a similar accounting or bookkeeping role with a strong grasp of AP, AR, and General Ledger principles. Home Office: Must have a dedicated, professional home-office setup with a reliable, high-speed internet connection for remote work. Availability: Must be available for a comprehensive handover starting approximately 22 June 2026 for a contract duration of five months. Qualifications: A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience within a subsidiary of a multinational firm or an offshore hub environment. Required Software Skills Accounting Platforms: Proven proficiency in using professional accounting software. Specialised Systems: Exposure to Coupa or Ariba is advantageous but not essential MS Office: Intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Benefits This organisation offers a high-output, collaborative environment that values technical precision. To maintain strict system security and enable efficient remote work, the firm provides a laptop and headset for the duration of the contract.