Description

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

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [Email Disabled] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies/ for consideration for future roles.