Head Of Finance (Accountant Or Senior Bookkeeper)

Grapevine Retail; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its finance function across two dynamic media companies. This pivotal role requires a detail-oriented finance professional who can independently manage daily financial operations, ensure compliance, and oversee external service providers. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in accounting systems like Xero, along with a strategic understanding of cash flow and financial control. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will significantly impact financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in accounting and financial oversight required.
• Strong technical skills in reconciliations, VAT, and payroll.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day financial operations including bookkeeping and cash flow management.
• Oversee annual budgets and liaise with auditors as needed.

Skills

Xero

Excel

Reconciliations

VAT

Payroll

Financial Compliance

Education

BCom in Accounting

Diploma in Bookkeeping

Job description

Head of Finance (Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper – Depending on Experience)

Location: Sandton, Morningside

Salary: R40,000 – R70,000 per month (CTC, based on experience)

Reports to: Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-time

Entity: Grapevine Media (supports both Grapevine & Green Media)

Overview

We are hiring one person to lead our finance function across Grapevine Media and Green Media.

Depending on the candidate's experience and capability, the role will be appointed at either an Accountant or Senior Bookkeeper level.

This is a leadership position, and the successful applicant will take full responsibility for overseeing daily financial operations, managing external service providers, and ensuring financial compliance and control. This is a sole appointment: only one candidate will be selected based on capability and cultural fit.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Leadership

• Lead day-to-day financial operations including bookkeeping oversight, reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Manage the relationship with our external accounting provider (The Beancounter).
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable, ensure collections are made within agreed terms.
• Assist in preparation of payroll and SARS submissions.
• Support the preparation of monthly management reports and compliance packs.
• Prepare or support annual budgets and liaise with auditors as needed.
• Maintain financial records in Xero and ensure accuracy in all ledgers.

Light HR / IT / Facilities Oversight (10%)

• Liaise with LaborNet and assist with employment contracts and HR compliance.
• Manage basic IT procurement decisions and vendor coordination.
• Handle light facilities oversight including office consumables and maintenance coordination.

Who We're Looking For

• A reliable, organised, and detail-oriented finance professional.
• Able to operate independently and own the finance function with confidence.
• Comfortable communicating with internal teams and external partners.
• Technically strong, especially in reconciliations, VAT, payroll, and accounting systems.
• Leadership mindset with a hands-on approach to improving systems and enforcing discipline.

Requirements

We are open to candidates from two levels of experience:

• Accountant Level (Up to R70,000 CTC):
• BCom in Accounting or similar
• 5–8+ years in accounting and financial oversight
• Strong Xero, Excel, and reporting capability
• Strategic understanding of cash flow, compliance, and finance control

• Senior Bookkeeper Level (Up to R40,000 CTC):
• Diploma or BCom in Bookkeeping / Accounting
• 5+ years of full bookkeeping experience
• Strong reconciliations, VAT, and payroll knowledge
• Confident working with external providers and owning daily finance tasks

Screening Test Required: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical and judgment-based test before the first interview.