Job Openings Bookkeeper (Hybrid/Remote)

About the job Bookkeeper (Hybrid/Remote)

Bookkeeper

Location: Fully Remote or Hybrid (Johannesburg / Cape Town)
Position Type:12 Month Annual Renewable Contract

About Our Client

With over a century of expertise, our client is an independent, well-established firm with more than 90 team members. Ranked among the Top 100 UK accountancy firms, the business has built a reputation for delivering high-quality financial solutions while fostering a people-first culture.

The firm invests heavily in its people, cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking team across all areas of accounting. While committed to providing first-class client service, they embrace a modern, flexible cultureno formal dress code, a creative mindset, and a strong focus on leveraging technology to support clients.

Clients are based across the UK and internationally, with the firm being a proud member of Praxity, the worlds largest alliance of independent accounting firms.

Role Overview

As a Bookkeeper, you will work closely with clients to manage their day-to-day bookkeeping, ensure accuracy of financial records, and support year-end close processes. This is a client-facing role requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver reliable, high-quality service. Will need to have a full understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • General bookkeeping (bank reconciliations, expenses, VAT/PAYE reconciliations).

  • Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers.

  • Preparing and reconciling management accounts.

  • VAT registration and preparation of returns.

  • Addressing accruals and deferred income considerations.

  • Rectifying historic bookkeeping issues.

  • Reconciling Xero financial reports (trial balance) to statutory accounts.

  • Providing support on VAT and PAYE-related matters.

  • Delivering excellent client service across all engagements.

What Were Looking For

  • Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP.

  • Proficiency with Xero and QuickBooks; familiarity with sales/payment platforms integrated with these systems.

  • Proven experience delivering bookkeeping services in a practice environment or to a client base.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted client relationships.

  • Ability to manage end-to-end bookkeeping cycles with attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory requirements.

Personal Attributes

  • Responsive: Clear communicator across video, phone, and email.

  • Proactive: Willing to ask questions and clarify when unsure.

  • Collaborative: Enjoys working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

  • Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy and consistency in financial data.

  • Client-Focused: Driven to provide a high-quality service experience.

How to Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and cover letter to:
talent@gcopartners.com



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