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Bookkeeper

Job in Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for: Somewhere
Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Assistant
  • Finance & Banking
    Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 1500 - 1700 ZAR Daily ZAR 1500.00 1700.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Fully Remote Bookkeeper South Africa Only

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday PST

Salary: $ USD/month (depending on experience)

Contract Type:
Independent Contractor

About the Company

Industry: Property Management & Car Wash Operations

We’re a purpose-driven commercial real estate team committed to helping families and communities build generational wealth through smart, responsible investments. We move fast, operate with high standards, and value people who are proactive, accurate, and deeply reliable. Our team works globally, supporting U.S.

-based real estate operations with precision and care.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Property Accounting Specialist to support day‑to‑day accounting operations for a growing portfolio of real estate assets and car wash businesses. This role is responsible for accounts payable, payroll, rent and mortgage tracking, bank and credit card reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance support across multiple entities. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with formal accounting training, strong attention to detail, and experience managing multi‑entity, multi‑bank environments.

Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Daily Accounting
  • Review, verify, and process vendor invoices
  • Match invoices to completed maintenance work orders
  • Pay approved invoices and resolve discrepancies
  • Upload and maintain organized financial documentation
  • Reconcile bank transactions and support accounting automation
Payroll & Expense Management
  • Process bi‑weekly payroll for U.S., non‑U.S., and operating business employees
  • Review and reconcile credit card transactions
Rent, Mortgage & Cash Management
  • Post rent receipts (including Section
    8) and monitor receivables
  • Track mortgage payments, cash balances, and inter‑company transfers
  • Confirm management fees and operational fund transfers
  • Follow up on unpaid rent and post late fees as needed
Bank, Credit Card & Utility Reconciliations
  • Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly
  • Ensure credit card balances are paid on time
  • Process utility bills, tenant allocations, and vendor payments
  • Record tenant charge‑backs and maintain utility tracking
Reporting, Compliance & Support
  • Clear suspense accounts and maintain clean ledgers
  • Support quarterly reviews and annual entity filings
  • Assist with tax preparation (P&L, balance sheet classifications)
  • Maintain accurate records of bank accounts and system access
Qualifications
  • Junior accounting certification required (or equivalent training)
  • 3 years of bookkeeping or property accounting experience
  • Experience with online accounting systems and spreadsheets
  • Strong understanding of payroll reconciliations and reporting cycles
  • Ability to manage multiple entities, bank accounts, and deadlines
  • High attention to detail and strong documentation skills
  • Must be able to work PST business hours
Preferred Experience
  • Property management or real estate accounting
  • Utility billing and tenant charge‑back processes
  • Accounting support for operating businesses (car wash, retail, or multi‑location operations)
Why Join Us

You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting operational growth across a diverse property and operating business portfolio. This is an opportunity to work closely with leadership, improve accounting processes, and contribute to a well‑structured finance operation.

Employment Type:

Full Time

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 1500 - 1700

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