Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
R 30 000 per month
Posted
05 May 2026
Closes
25 May 2026
Accounting Careers
Assistant Bookkeeper
A manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Bookkeeper with strong experience in cost accounting, Bill of Materials (BOM), and stock control.
This is a permanent, site-based role supporting the finance and production teams.
This is a permanent, site-based role supporting the finance and production teams.
Location:
Muizenberg, Cape Town (Site-based)Requirements:
- Experience in a manufacturing environment (non-negotiable)
- Strong knowledge of BOM (Bill of Materials) and stock control
- Experience with job costing (average cost)
- Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, reporting)
- Understanding of accounts payable/receivable
- Experience on Pastel Partner (advantageous)
- Relevant accounting/finance qualification (advantageous)
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and update Bill of Materials (BOMs)
- Monitor and adjust costs based on supplier price changes
- Work closely with production, technical, and finance teams
- Perform stock and inventory-related tasks
- Assist with costing and financial reporting
- Compile Excel reports (pivot tables, formulas, graphs)