Overview
We focus on perfection, on finding the absolute top executive for your recruitment needs. Where other agencies may hire for every role within an organization or across a number of verticals, we have selected to remain within specific industries.

Our niche approach ensures that we know and understand your requirements and have the right relationships and expertise to find the perfect executive or perfect placement for every candidate.

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
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