Bookkeeper (Hospitality)

Profile Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper for a hospitality-focused role in Cape Town. The successful candidate will uphold meticulous financial records, manage Xero-based processes, and support cash flow forecasting and reporting for management.

Key duties include bank reconciliations, VAT submissions, payroll support, and month-end closings. 3–5 years of experience in similar sectors is required, with strong attention to detail and knowledge of SA regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience in hospitality, accounting, or finance.
• Proficiency with Xero accounting software.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Knowledge of South African financial regulations, including VAT and PAYE.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile asset registers and depreciation schedules in Xero.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations using Xero bank feeds.
• Prepare VAT reconciliations and submit VAT returns via Xero.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable and supplier payments.
• Prepare basic financial reports (Income Statement, Balance Sheet) for management.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with month-end close and payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with SARS VAT201 and other SA financial regulations.

Skills

Xero

Tools

Xero

Job description

Are you ready to make a tangible impact in the hospitality industry by ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency? Our client, an established company within the hospitality sector, is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to uphold meticulous financial records and support long-term business stability.

Duties

• Reconcile asset registers and depreciation schedules in Xero
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations using Xero bank feeds
• Reconcile deposits, including credit cards and third-party platforms (e.g., Mr D, Uber)
• Manage creditor and supplier reconciliations
• Identify, investigate, and report discrepancies within financial records
• Perform VAT reconciliations and submit VAT returns via Xero (integrated with SARS VAT201)
• Ensure compliance with South African financial regulations and company policies
• Assist with audit preparation, providing supporting documentation and reports from Xero
• Process month-end journal entries, including stock control adjustments
• Prepare and post salary journals and support payroll processing
• Manage PAYE and EMP201 submissions (where applicable)
• Maintain and manage loan accounts, including preparing loan schedules, calculating interest, and monitoring balances
• Authorise supplier bills in Xero following internal approval processes
• Load and allocate bank transactions accurately in Xero
• Prepare basic financial reports, including Income Statements and Balance Sheets for management and board review
• Process supplier payments in line with company policies and compliance requirements
• Analyse and report on credit card transactions post-capturing
• Monitor and forecast cash flow across sales and bank accounts
• Calculate commissions and prepare related invoices
• Maintain accurate financial records across all entities
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes
• Ensure proper document management and audit trail within Xero
• Support overall cash flow management through consolidated forecasting

Requirements

• 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience within hospitality, accounting, or finance sectors
• Proficiency in Xero accounting software
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities
• Knowledge of South African financial regulations, including VAT and PAYE
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Familiarity with the following

• SARS VAT201 submissions
• Third-party platforms such as Uber and Mr D
• Basic financial reporting and monthly closing procedures

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [e-mail] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies for consideration for future roles.