Bookkeeper and accounts assistant

Remote Bookkeeper (Practice) – Streets Chartered Accountants

Location: Fully Remote (South Africa)
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP / When available

About the Role

Streets Chartered Accountants is seeking a highly capable, detail-oriented Remote Bookkeeper based in South Africa to support our UK accounting practice. This role is ideal for someone with solid practice experience who wants to grow their understanding of business performance and provide meaningful financial insights—not just produce numbers.

At Streets, we help clients understand their true goals, why they are in business, and how their financial information guides smarter decisions. You will be trained to interpret numbers, identify patterns, and communicate insights that genuinely impact client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of UK clients

• Reconcile client accounts and prepare year-end ready files using QuickBooks

• Prepare basic management accounts

• Process payroll tasks (mainly CIS) — training provided where needed

• Provide clear, helpful insights based on financial data

• Respond to client queries promptly and professionally

• (Optional) Assist with year-end accounts and tax returns depending on experience and interest

What We're Looking ForSouth African Qualification Requirements

• National Diploma in Accounting / Bookkeeping, Financial Accounting, or equivalent (NQF 6+)

• OR ICB Bookkeeping / Accounting Technician qualification (FET Certificate or National Diploma)

• OR SAIPA / SAICA articles exposure with strong bookkeeping background

• OR an Advanced Certificate in Accounting / Bookkeeping (NQF 5) with strong practical experience

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' bookkeeping experience within an accounting practice

• Strong cloud accounting experience — QuickBooks preferred

• Excellent reconciliation skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

• A growth mindset and willingness to continuously learn

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage workload in a remote environment

Why Work With Streets?Fully Remote Role

Work from home anywhere in South Africa.

Structured Working Hours

You will work UK-aligned hours within a structured schedule — no flexible or results-only working arrangements.

Professional Growth & Training

Receive ongoing training in UK bookkeeping, management accounts, CIS, QuickBooks, and how to provide meaningful financial insights.

Strong Remote Culture

We stay connected through Microsoft Teams, ensuring ongoing collaboration, communication, and support.

Supportive Team Environment

You'll be fully integrated into the broader UK team and included in virtual team activities.

Competitive Salary

Aligned with experience and future growth.

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