Bookkeeper

Bright Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper for their Cape Town office. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting hotel and lodge operations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Xero or Pastel, and a keen attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a bookkeeping role.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles up to trial balance.
• Hospitality industry experience highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier and customer invoices accurately.
• Prepare and execute supplier payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Bookkeeping Principles

Deadline Management

Tools

Xero

Pastel

Job description

Our client, a leading hospitality group with multiple properties under management is seeking an experienced and reliable Bookkeeper to join their central support office in Cape Town.

This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate financial records and compliance, supporting dynamic hotel and lodge operations.Key responsibilities

Process supplier and customer invoices accurately and on time

Prepare and execute supplier payments

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any queries

Perform bank, petty cash, and credit card reconciliations

Maintain accurate ledgers and ensure correct allocation of revenue and costs

Prepare monthly VAT turnover reconciliations and submit VAT returns

Conduct monthly income statement and balance sheet variance analysis

Assist in preparing documents for SARS audits and internal / external audits

Support the finance team with ad hoc tasks

Work closely with the Financial Manager to uphold strong financial controls

5+ years' experience in a bookkeeping role

Proficient in Xero and / or Pastel

Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles up to trial balance

Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Hospitality industry experience highly advantageous