Job Title: Bookkeeper / Financial Manager (Half-Day - Flexible hours)

Recruitment Company: Sagen Advisory Recruitment Company

Location: Claremont, Cape Town

Work Arrangement: Onsite, Half-Day

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: R25,000 per month (Market-related)

Company Description Our client is an established, medium-sized legal practice with a strong footprint in the Western Cape. Known for providing comprehensive litigation, commercial, and property services, they foster a professional environment that values precision and continuous growth.

Job Summary Sagen Advisory Recruitment Company is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Financial Manager for a permanent half-day position based in Claremont. This role is responsible for the full accounting function, reporting directly to the COO. The ideal candidate will manage everything from daily processing and payroll to the preparation of monthly management reports and legislative compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Processing: Manage monthly accounting and processing, including daily bank and system reconciliations.

• Payroll Administration: Execute full payroll processing via SimplePay.

• Statutory Compliance: Handle all SARS returns, including VAT, PAYE, and provisional tax.

• Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and detailed billing reports.

• Financial Control: Oversight of creditors management, investment controls, and trust account reconciliations.

• Budgeting & Audit: Assist with annual budget preparation and coordinate information for yearly audits.

• General Ledger: Maintain the integrity of the financial data and assist with B-BBEE verification data.

• Ad Hoc Support: Provide financial insights and assistance with reconciliations as required by the COO.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bookkeeping or Accounting qualification.

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar accounting or financial management role.

• Previous experience within a legal environment or professional services firm is highly advantageous.

• Proficiency in Xero, SimplePay, and legal practice management software (e.g., Clio) is preferred.

• Proven experience in e-Filing and corporate tax submissions.

Ideal Candidate Profile: The successful candidate is a proactive professional who thrives in a structured environment. You possess high computer literacy, a willingness to master new software, and the ability to work independently within a half-day framework.