Operating within a high-end, luxury imported furniture firm, this part-time role is critical for driving precision across the entity’s daily financial administrative workflows. Based in Sandton, it offers a meticulous finance professional the structured flexibility of a morning-only schedule while taking full ownership of processing financial records up to trial balance.
Ledger Maintenance: Manage and maintain flawless financial records and general ledgers utilizing Xero accounting software.
Management Accounts: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts up to trial balance level to support business tracking.
Statutory Compliance: Execute monthly payroll processing and manage complete VAT returns in absolute compliance with SARS regulations.
Audit Readiness: Formulate comprehensive audit packs and compile all necessary supporting documentation for external auditors.
Stakeholder & Admin Coordination: Maintain a highly organized digital and physical financial filing system while serving as the primary operational liaison for the firm’s external accountants and auditors.
Bookkeeping Track Record: Proven, substantive experience operating as a Bookkeeper with a verified ability to manage full-function half-day workflows independently.
Xero Ecosystem Expertise: Advanced, proficiency navigating Xero accounting software.
Compliance Knowledge: Solid foundational understanding of South African general accounting principles, VAT regulations, and basic payroll mechanics.
Operational Efficiency: Outstanding time-management skills tailored to delivering high-quality, accurate outputs within a condensed morning timeline.
Professional Stature: Strong written and verbal communication abilities paired with a high level of personal integrity.
Prior bookkeeping experience within small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or premium retail/import corporate environments.
Deep up-to-date familiarity with evolving South African tax legislation and payroll guidelines.
Xero Accounting Software
SARS e-Filing platform systems
Spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel)
Excellent work-life balance through a stable, dedicated morning schedule.
An elegant, professional workplace environment within an established luxury brand.
A high degree of operational autonomy where your financial expertise directly shapes business order.
Work Type: On-site (with morning flexibility)
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Skills Required
- Proven experience operating as a Bookkeeper
- Advanced proficiency in Xero accounting software
- Solid understanding of South African general accounting principles and VAT regulations
- Outstanding time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
What We Do
RecruitMyMom is a South African recruitment agency specializing in placing skilled women, particularly professional mothers, in permanent, contract, freelance, and fractional roles. They connect local and global businesses with top-tier talent and focus on the economic empowerment of women.
