Junior Bookkeeper/Financial administrator

Job Title: Junior Bookkeeper/Financial administrator (NPO Sector)
Location: Athlone, Western Cape
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 13:00 (Half Day)
Start Date: As soon as possible (preferred)  

About Us
The Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children (SBCWC) is a one-stop centre for women and children who are survivors of gender-based violence. About the Role We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive Bookkeeper to join our organisation on a part-time basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience in the non-profit (NPO) sector who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities    
Responsible for the full day-to-day processing and administration of financial transactions:  

• Capture financial transactions monthly on Xero accounting software, including supplier invoices, receipts, and journals
• Maintain accurate and up to date general ledger records
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts, ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash on a daily/weekly basis and capture to XERO.
• Perform supplier reconciliations and ensure all invoices are correctly recorded
• Prepare and load supplier payments onto the banking platform for approval
• Capture and allocate all receipts and maintain accurate debtor records
• Issue receipts and assist with tracking outstanding income
• Prepare maintain staff loan/advances records
• Assist with preparation of section 18A tax certificates and supporting schedules
• Maintain VAT schedules and supporting records for submission.
• Maintain an organised filing system and ensure all transactions are supported by appropriate documentation.
• Assist with audit preparation and information requests
• Maintain and update asset registers and assist with inventory tracking and reconciliations.
• Assist in compilation of donor and grant financial reports, including preparation of project-specific schedules
• Ensure correct allocation of income and expenditure to projects and donors
• Maintain complete, organised, and audit-ready supporting documentation
• Support Finance Manager with any other ad hoc duties as required

Minimum Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar accounting system (Xero preferable)
• Matric with Accounting or Finance-related studies preferred.
• At least 2 years of finance or bookkeeping experience (NPO experience advantageous).
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and reconciliations
• Solid understanding of donor capturing
• Experience with VAT
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

  Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong multitasking ability and excellent organisational skills
• Quick thinker with strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities

  Advantageous

• Experience with donor funding and project-based accounting
• Familiarity with Section 18A requirements and reporting
• Previous experience supporting audits

How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation why you would like to work with us, including three references to  finance@womenscentre.co.za with the subject line Bookkeeper

Application Deadline: 31 July 2026