Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

Virgin Limited Edition; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual leave 18 days

Birthday day off

Charity day off

Medical aid 50% company contribution

Pension contributions 11.31%

Virgin Active Gym passes

Discounts on Virgin products

Engaging environment

Job summary

Virgin Limited Edition seeks an Accounts Payable Bookkeeper to manage end-to-end supplier invoicing for the Virgin Hotels Collection portfolio from our Johannesburg office. You will ensure accurate VAT treatment, PO matching, and timely payments across multiple entities and currencies.

The role offers hybrid working two days per week in Rivonia, Johannesburg, with a focus on accuracy, controls, and collaboration with Procurement and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Accounts Payable, Creditors, or transactional finance
• 7–10 years of experience is advantageous
• Hospitality or luxury hotels experience is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AP for hotels, processing supplier invoices accurately and timely
• Ensure invoices are authorised, matched to POs and goods received, and coded to the correct entity and GL account
• Verify supplier and banking details; process credit notes and payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and multi-currency accounts; clear unmatched items
• Resolve supplier, invoice and PO queries with Procurement and Heads of Department
• Prepare journals and perform balance sheet, bank, intercompany and VAT reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits with accurate records and clear audit trails
• Drive consistent AP processes and controls across the portfolio

Skills

Accounting/ERP systems

Excel skills

VAT knowledge

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Matric; bookkeeping or accounting qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Procure-to-Pay

Multi-currency processing

Job description

At Virgin Hotels Collection, we are redefining what a hospitality brand looks like, bringing together bold design, heartfelt hospitality, and a sense of fun - creating stays that feel anything but ordinary.

Part of the Virgin family, the collection unites Virgin Hotels and Virgin Limited Edition across vibrant cities, remote retreats, and extraordinary settings. From rooftop cocktails beneath skyscrapers to sundowners on the African savannah, each destination is shaped by its surroundings and brought to life through thoughtful design, a love of food and drink, and soulful service that feels genuinely personal.

Rooted in their communities and driven by passionate teams, every stay is rich in detail and distinct in spirit. Whether you’re switching off or turning it all the way up, this is travel - the Virgin way.

For more information check out www.virginlimitededition.com / https://virginhotels.com/

The Accounts Payable Bookkeeper will report into the Finance Manager and will provide centralised Accounts Payable and transactional finance function across the Virgin Hotels Collection portfolio of luxury hotels and lodges. This role will be based from our Corporate office in Johannesburg.

To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in South Africa.

Here’s what you need in your tool kit:

Qualifications/ Experience

• Grade 12 / Matric; bookkeeping or accounting diploma or certificate preferred (strong practical experience considered in place of a degree)
• 5+ years in Accounts Payable, Creditors, Bookkeeping or transactional finance; 7 to 10 years advantageous
• Proven experience in supplier reconciliations, month-end processes and high-volume transaction processing
• Experience supporting multiple entities or sites, ideally in a centralised or shared-services finance team
• Hospitality experience, particularly in luxury hotels or lodges, advantageous

Behaviours and Skills

• Experienced with accounting or ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of VAT, procure-to-pay and financial controls; multi-currency and procurement system exposure advantageous
• Highly accurate and detail-oriented, with strong organisation
• Takes ownership and works independently
• Practical problem-solver
• Confident challenging incomplete or non-compliant transactions with operational stakeholders
• High level of integrity

What’s the gig?

Here’s what you’d do:

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable for VHC hotels an properties, processing supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timelines
• Ensure invoices are authorised, matched to purchase orders and goods received, and coded to the correct entity, cost centre, GL account and CapEx code with the right VAT treatment
• Verify supplier and banking details in line with Group controls, process credit notes and prepare payment runs in line with agreed payment cycles
• Reconcile supplier statements, including multi-currency accounts, clearing unmatched items promptly and escalating unresolved issues to Property Finance Managers
• Resolve supplier, invoice and purchase order queries, working with Procurement teams and Heads of Department on approvals and compliance
• Complete AP cut-off and accrual schedules within month-end deadlines, making sure AP balances are fully supported
• Prepare approved journals and perform selected balance sheet, bank, intercompany and VAT reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits with accurate records, supporting documentation and clear audit trails
• Drive consistent AP processes and controls across the portfolio, spotting recurring issues and contributing to process and system improvements
• Uphold Group policies, delegated authority limits and segregation of duties, escalating irregular transactions and keeping sensitive information confidential

Here’s the deal:

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance based bonus, based on both business and individual goals
• We offer hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week working from our offices in Rivonia, Johannesburg.
• 18 days annual leave per year plus public holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday and a paid day off to support the charity of your choice
• 50% Company Contribution on Medical Aid
• We will contribute a total of 11.31% towards your pension fund and additional support such as life assurance and critical illness.
• Two free passes for a Virgin Active Gym Membership
• Discounts on Virgin products
• An engaging, supportive and relaxed working environment

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