Senior Bookkeeper

The Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality establishment in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial processes, payroll, and HR administration. The role requires expertise in accounting software like Sage 1 and strong organizational skills to ensure smooth daily operations and compliance with internal controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of cash flow management and financial processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial processes and ensure administrative accuracy.
• Conduct reconciliations of creditor statements.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and compile reports.

Skills

Experience with Sage 1 accounting software

Proficient in Excel

Knowledge of payroll processing

Strong financial reconciliation skills

General office administration

Tools

Sage 1

Protel

Lightspeed

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job SummaryThe Bookkeeper oversees financial processes, ensures administrative accuracy, and upholds internal controls.

This role is responsible for cash flow management, creditor and payroll processing, HR admin, and general office duties to support smooth daily operations.Experience with our operating systems is highly beneficial; Sage 1 (Accounting), Protel (PMS / Reservations), Lightspeed (F&B), Microsoft teams (digital filing), Excel.Financial Reconciliation & AccountingPerform daily cash-ups, reconciling physical cash, card payments, and resolving discrepancies.Balance petty cash, card slips, and all income against revenue reports.Process and capture supplier invoices accurately in the accounting system.Conduct reconciliations of creditor statements, following up on outstanding invoices and credit notes.Reconcile bank statements, prepare and load payments, and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly.Import all transactions into Sage accounting software with accuracy and consistency.Prepare supplier payment schedules and ensure timeous settlement of accounts and debit orders.Prepare monthly management accounts, Compile month-end reports and submit to our accounting firm.Reconcile booking deposits and ensure proper accounting of all received payments.Oversee and verify postings on the reservations system for accuracy and completeness.Payroll & HR AdministrationPrepare monthly wage calculations, including overtime, tips, unpaid leave, and submit to the accounting firm.Maintain accurate records of staff leave, sick days, and attendance.Manage Staff database, HR filing and personnel documentation in line with labor regulations.General AdministrationMaintain orderly filing systems for business and financial records—both digital and physical.Assist in compiling reports, handling administrative documentation, and general office duties.Ensure compliance with internal financial and operational procedures and controls.Undertake additional tasks as delegated by management, including cross-functional support when needed.