Bookkeeper
The Legends Agency Cape Town
Bookkeeper
Join a flexible team supporting creative clients with accurate, compliant bookkeeping.
Join a flexible team supporting creative clients with accurate, compliant bookkeeping.
Remote preferably Cape Town | R28 000 per month
About Our Client
Our client is an accountancy practice supporting clients in the media and entertainment industry. They work closely with creative businesses, providing bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and financial support services. The firm ensures clients remain accurate, up to date, and compliant with HMRC requirements.
The Role: Bookkeeper
This role exists to maintain accurate financial records across a portfolio of clients and ensure compliance with UK regulations. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll processing, and reconciliations while working closely with the firms accountants.The role focuses on accuracy, compliance, and supporting clients as part of their extended finance function.
Key Responsibilities- Demonstrate at least 3 years bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice environment.
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for multiple clients using Xero, QuickBooks, or FreeAgent.
- Perform bank reconciliations, post journals, and ensure ledgers are complete and accurate.
- Prepare and submit UK VAT returns in compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD).
- Manage supplier payments and client bank accounts, including creating payment runs and liaising with clients for approvals.
- Process payroll for small businesses and individuals, including PAYE submissions and pension contributions.
- Support accountants with year-end accounts and management reports while liaising professionally with clients and third parties such as HMRC.
- At least 3 years bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice environment.
- Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Proficiency in Xero (essential).
- Experience with QuickBooks or FreeAgent (advantageous).
- Strong Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client deadlines.
- Clear and confident communicator, able to explain financial matters in plain English.
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