Bookkeeper

Position: Bookkeeper Working Hours: US Hours (9am-5pm EST) Full-Time, Remote Work. Salary: South African Rand (ZAR) We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, resolving payroll and billing enquiries, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality. Key Responsibilities - Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping functions. - Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial transactions are recorded correctly. - Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and financial records. - Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes. - Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems. - Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures. - Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies. - Process payroll accurately and on time. - Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with company policies and relevant legislation. - Prepare payroll reports as required. - Manage bookkeeping and payroll using QuickBooks and/or Sage. - Ensure accurate data entry and financial reporting. - Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records. - Support continuous improvements to financial systems and processes. - Take ownership of the bookkeeping and payroll function. - Support the onboarding and training of future finance team members should the team expand. - Share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures. Requirements - Experience in bookkeeping and payroll. - Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and/or Sage. - Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and payroll administration. - Ability to independently manage the company's bookkeeping and payroll functions. - Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. - High level of integrity with the ability to handle confidential financial and employee information. - Calm, patient, and empathetic approach when assisting employees with payroll or billing enquiries. Fraud Disclaimer: ReWorks Solutions will never request payment during recruitment or require in-person office visits. All official communication will come from a ReWorks Solutions email address. Please verify any suspicious messages with our team directly. Originally posted on Himalayas