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

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We are hiring a Bookkeeper in Ireland

Permanent role in the Accounting sector

Duties & Responsibilities
Job Overview
We are looking for a Bookkeeper with a British or EU passport to join our team in Ireland. As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and handling payroll tasks.
Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day financial transactions

Prepare financial statements and reports

Reconcile bank statements

Process invoices and payments

Qualifications
BCom Accounting or any relevant qualifications

Skills
The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and be proficient in accounting software.
Reporting
You will report to the Financial Manager
Type
This is a permanent position in the Accounting / Auditing / Payroll sector.
Package & Remuneration
R800 000 – R900 000

An opportunity is available for an experienced Bookkeeper to manage the full bookkeeping function across multiple hospitality entities using Xero. The role includes reconciliations, VAT and statutory compliance, month-end processing, financial reporting, cash flow management, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements:

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Minimum 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience

Proven experience using Xero (Xero certification advantageous)

Experience in the hospitality, restaurant, or retail industry preferred

Strong knowledge of VAT, PAYE, EMP201, and South African tax regulations

Excellent reconciliation, analytical, and financial reporting skills

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple entities

Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills

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Job Description
The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across multiple hospitality entities using Xero. The role focuses on reconciliations, compliance, reporting, and cash flow management, ensuring financial integrity and operational efficiency within a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Reconciliations
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

Tax and Compliance
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

Journals and Month-End Processing
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

Monitoring balances

Financial Management
Authorise supplier bills in Xero following internal approval processes

Load and allocate bank transactions accurately in Xero

Prepare basic financial reports, including:

Income Statements

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 (daily and weekly) across sales and bank accounts

Calculate commissions and prepare related invoices to support operational performance tracking

Record Keeping and Accounts Management
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across all entities

Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes (monitoring after initial capturing)

Ensure proper document management and audit trail within Xero

Support overall cash flow management through consolidated forecasting

Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
< Posted By Jessica Jones

BE responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across multiple Hospitality entities using Xero as the next Bookkeeper sought by a growing Property Development & Construction Group. The role focuses on reconciliations, compliance, reporting, and cash flow management, ensuring financial integrity and operational efficiency within a fast-paced Hospitality environment. The successful incumbent must possess a Degree/Diploma in Accounting/Finance, or related discipline with 3-5 years Bookkeeping experience – preferably within the Hospitality, Restaurant, or Retail industry. You will also require a solid understanding of South African tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, EMP201), have the ability to manage multiple entities and high transaction volumes and proficiency using Xero accounting software.

DUTIES:

Reconciliations –

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.

Tax and Compliance –

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.

Journals and Month-end Processing –

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.
Monitoring balances.

Financial Management –

Authorise supplier bills in Xero following internal approval processes.
Load and allocate bank transactions accurately in Xero.

Prepare basic financial reports, including:
Income Statements
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 (daily and weekly) across sales and bank accounts.
Calculate commissions and prepare related invoices to support operational performance tracking.

Recordkeeping and Accounts Management –

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across all entities.
Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes (monitoring after initial capturing).
Ensure proper document management and audit trail within Xero.
Support overall cash flow management through consolidated forecasting.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Xero certification (advantageous).

Experience/Skills –

Minimum 3–5 years Bookkeeping experience.
Experience within the Hospitality, Restaurant, or Retail industry preferred.
Proven experience using Xero accounting software.
Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
Solid understanding of South African tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, EMP201).
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple entities and high transaction volumes.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Good communication skills for stakeholder interaction.

Desired Experience & Qualification
see Duties & Responsibilities
Package & Remuneration
Negotiable