Knysna: Bookkeeper (Half-Day / Part-Time Transition Role)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to manage the full bookkeeping function across multiple entities for our client in Knysna. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys structure, accuracy, and independent ownership of the finance process.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the full bookkeeping function up to trial balance
• Capture and process financial transactions accurately
• Reconcile bank accounts, creditors, and debtors
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts
• Assist with month-end procedures and reporting
• Maintain organised filing systems and financial records
• Liaise with management and external accountants where required
• Support payroll processing for one entity
• Implement improved systems and documentation retention processes

Requirements

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping up to trial balance
• Experience with Sage Accounting and Sage Payroll
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Relevant bookkeeping or accounting qualification

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle (not specified in original job description, skipping this section)

Salary & Benefits

• Flexible structure with hours expected to reduce to half-day or 3 days per week after the initial period
• Opportunity to take ownership of the bookkeeping function across multiple businesses
• Independent role with meaningful operational impact
• Stable, long-term opportunity for a dependable finance professional (not specified in original job description, skipping this section)

Note: The salary and benefits information was not explicitly mentioned in the original job description.