Accounts Administrator

peopleworth

. Provide full-time bookkeeping and financial administration support across multiple entities and client accounts .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bookkeeping and financial administration, with a strong focus on bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable management. Proficient in maintaining accurate financial records and collaborating with clients to resolve queries and ensure compliance.

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Bookkeeping ExperienceBank ReconciliationXero ProficiencyAccounts Payable ManagementAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

BookkeepingFinancial AdministrationAccount ReconciliationInvoice ProcessingAccounts ReceivableNumerical AccuracyFinancial Documentation ManagementMonth-End AccountingDiscrepancy InvestigationClient Communication

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailClient-Focused ApproachIndependent WorkCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

XeroCloud-Based Accounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bookkeeping QualificationAccounting QualificationFinance Qualification

Industry Keywords

Financial RecordsAccounts AdministrationComplianceAuditFinancial Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide full-time bookkeeping and financial administration support across multiple entities and client accounts
Complete regular bank, credit card, supplier, and account reconciliations
Investigate and resolve discrepancies
Process, review, and manage invoices, payments, and supporting financial documentation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records in relevant accounting systems
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
Prepare financial information, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting reports for accountant or management review
Work directly with clients to obtain financial information, resolve queries, clarify transactions, and obtain required documentation
Assist with month-end accounting activities
Maintain organised documentation for accounting, audit, insurance, compliance, and internal reporting purposes
Identify and investigate discrepancies, missing information, and unusual transactions
Manage multiple client and entity accounts while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
Support continuous improvements to bookkeeping and financial administration processes
Provide additional accounting and financial administration support as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping, accounts administration, or a related finance role, ideally with approximately 3 to 5 years of practical experience
Strong practical experience completing bank and account reconciliations independently
Experience managing bookkeeping activities across multiple entities, accounts, or clients
Proficiency with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software
Experience processing invoices, payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and supporting financial documentation
Confidence working directly with clients or external stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and obtain required information
Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and the importance of maintaining accurate financial records
Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies
Ability to organise and prioritise a full workload across multiple accounts, deadlines, and stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues when required
A bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or related qualification is advantageous but practical experience will also be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative, people-centred performance culture
Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment