About the position
An international, mission-driven non-profit operating across South Africa and other regions is seeking a detail-focused Bookkeeper to keep financial operations accurate, compliant, and on time. You’ll join a collaborative Shared Services–Finance team that supports programmes delivering life-changing care while aligning with global finance standards.
Be part of a purpose-driven finance team where precision powers impact.
What you’ll do
- Process day-to-day transactions with accuracy: cashbooks, supplier invoices, petty cash, credit card purchases, and customer invoices.
- Prepare and maintain budget vs actuals for projects, ensuring alignment with the accounting system and clear utilisation reporting.
- Set up and process payments on the banking platform; handle routine bank interactions.
- Perform bank and supplier reconciliations and support the annual audit.
- Provide ad hoc finance support to strengthen controls and efficiency across the department.
What you’ll bring
- A National Diploma in a relevant Cost & Management Accounting field (or equivalent).
- 3+ years’ experience in a similar bookkeeping role.
- Working knowledge of SAGE Pastel Partner and SAP (advantageous), plus experience with project finance reporting, project costing, and allocation.
- Advanced Excel skills with a knack for accuracy, analysis, and problem-solving.
- Clear, professional communication, resilience under deadline pressure, and a supportive, team-oriented approach.
What you’ll gain
- Purpose-led work that directly enables patient-centred programmes.
- Exposure to global best practices through collaboration with an international finance network.
- A supportive team culture that values efficiency, learning, and continuous improvement.
Core attributes for success
- Mathematical proficiency and high attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills; calm and organised when juggling multiple priorities.
- Comfortable adapting to accounting software and evolving processes.
Equity & inclusion
Appointments are aligned with Employment Equity objectives. Preference may be given to designated groups; however, all suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Desired Skills:
- bookkeeping
- pastel partner
- reconciliations
- sap
- advanced excel
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Medical Aid
- Gap Cover
- Provident Fund
