Senior Bookkeeper –

Southern Africa 360; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tour operator in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage financial operations, including bookkeeping and payroll. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience, a bookkeeping or accounting qualification, and proficiency in Sage. This full-time role requires accuracy, independence, and strong communication skills, providing an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about the tourism landscape.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years' proven bookkeeping and payroll experience.
• Proficiency in Sage and related accounting systems.
• Strong MS Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full bookkeeping function, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure payroll compliance with PAYE and other statutory submissions.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll administration

Financial reporting

Sage proficiency

MS Excel skills

Education

Bookkeeping / Accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree)

Tools

Sage

Job description

Fulltime based at our Westlake Office Cape Town / Salary –

• Negotiable CTC Per Month Role Overview
• We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the financial operations of our Tour Operator business.

This role encompasses bookkeeping, payroll administration, statutory compliance including relevant tax requirements, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Full bookkeeping function, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Supplier reconciliations (hotels, travel partners, service providers).
• Bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations.
• Client payments, deposits, and refunds.
• Cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Audit readiness and support for external auditors.
• Implementation of strong internal controls.
• Payroll & Tax Compliance: Monthly payroll processing, including salaries, overtime, and commissions.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and statutory submissions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Submission of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.
• Collaborate and oversee corporate tax submissions and compliance with tax advisors.
• Team & Operations Support: Collaborate with reservations and operations teams on tour-related costs and margins.
• Provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Train and supervise junior finance staff where required.

Requirements

• 5–7 years' proven bookkeeping and payroll experience (tourism industry advantageous but not required).
• Bookkeeping / Accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree).
• Proficiency in Sage and related accounting systems.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge of tour operator / reservation systems (advantageous, but not required).

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Excellent accuracy, organisational ability, and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• High integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic industry.
• Team player with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Passion for travel and understanding of the tourism landscape (advantageous).

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