Role: Bookkeeper Priority Location: South Africa Working Hours: 9AM - 5PM (GMT) Mon - Fri Salary Range: $1700 - $2500 USD per month (The final offer is at the client’s discretion and depends on the candidate’s interview result, skills, and experience.) Type of contract: Independent Contractor Type of job: Remote Key Responsibilities: * Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple dental clients. * Process invoices, receipts, payments, and daily bank reconciliations in Xero. * Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable. * Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and cash-flow updates. * Reconcile payroll journals submitted by UK payroll providers. * Communicate proactively with clients regarding queries, missing documentation, and financial updates. * Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and best practices. * Support end-of-year processes and work closely with UK accountants. Qualifications: Required * Based in South Africa with reliable internet connection. * Proven experience using Xero (certification preferred). * 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably for UK clients. * Strong understanding of UK bookkeeping processes, VAT, and reporting timelines. * Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal). * High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail. * Ability to work fully remotely and during UK business hours. * A friendly person who is comfortable speaking to clients when necessary and is able to build and maintain a good rapport with them. Preferred * Experience working with dental practices or other healthcare clients is an advantage.