Accountant - Premium Game Lodge - Rivonia

AGC Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join their premium game lodge team. This exciting role involves managing a comprehensive range of financial functions, including overseeing bookkeeping, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in accounting, have 3-5 years of experience in hospitality, and be proficient in accounting software such as Pastel, Xero, and Sage. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about maintaining financial health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of hospitality experience required.
• Proficient in Pastel, Xero, Sage, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping, prepare financial reports, and handle payroll operations.
• Ensure compliance with COIDA regulations and manage asset register.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Bilingual (English/Afrikaans)

Education

Degree in Accounting

3 - 5 years' experience in hospitality

Registered with SAICA

Tools

Pastel

Xero

Sage

MS Office

Job description

About the job Accountant - Premium Game Lodge - Rivonia

Our client, a premium game lodge, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to manage a comprehensive range of financial functions within the organization. This role includes overseeing the full bookkeeping process, preparing financial reports, and handling payroll operations. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with COIDA regulations and insurance policies, including annual reviews and renewals. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a thorough understanding of accounting principles to ensure the financial health and compliance of the lodge.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and oversee the activities of the bookkeeper/s.
2. Oversee Daily Report: Balances, Incoming Payments, Transactional Activities and bank statements for on-site allocations.
3. Up to Trial Balance: posting of debit orders, creditors, bank reconciliations, etc.
4. Preparation of AFS and Audit Files for Annual Review.
5. Preparation of monthly Management Accounts.
6. Reconciliation of Loan Accounts.
7. Submission of Monthly Reports to Directors / Shareholders.
8. Preparation of monthly VAT submissions.
9. VAT verifications from SARS, when required.
10. Creditor reconciliations - between Head Office, On-site and Creditor.
11. Management of Asset register.
12. Debtor reconciliations with on-site staff, when required.
13. Stock management assistance with on-site staff, when required.
14. BBEEE oversee the preparation and submissions of necessary data and documentation.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. Degree in Accounting.
2. 3 - 5 years' experience in hospitality.
3. Proficiency in accounting software: Pastel, Xero & Sage.
4. Registered with SAICA.
5. Proficient with MS Office.
6. Must have own transport.
7. Bilingual (English / Afrikaans).
8. Good time management and organizational skills.
9. Stay up to date on accounting regulations and best practices.
10. Participating in professional development activities.

If you're a detail-oriented accountant seeking a new opportunity with a premium game lodge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV. We look forward to reviewing your application.