Accountant/Bookkeeper | Hospitality Sector

1 month ago


Cape Town, South Africa TrudyQ Consulting Full time

Minimum Requirements:

  • Relevant completed Financial/Accounting Degree/Qualification
  • 3- 5 years experience within an Accountant/Bookkeeper position
  • Previous experience within the Hospitality industry will be advantageous
  • Must have strong Accounting & Financial administration skills
  • Fully Computer literate | MS Excel (Advanced)
  • Must have experience in XERO + DEXT accounting software applications (pre-requisite)
  • Previous exposure to working with Semper Property Management System (advantageous)
  • Excellent command of English
  • Own Vehicle and Valid Drivers License
  • Working Hours | Monday to Thursday 08h00 16h30 |Friday 08h00 15h30 | every 2nd Saturday 08h00 13h30

Key Performance Areas:

  • Transaction Recording: Record all financial transactions related to guest bookings, payments, and expenses incurred | Ensure timely and accurate posting of sales, receipts, and invoices
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage accounts payable, ensuring timely payment of supplier invoices and other liabilities | Maintain accounts receivable, tracking payments from guests and ensuring all debtors are collected on time
  • Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure that financial records match bank statements | Identify and resolve any possible discrepancies in financial records
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports including participation in profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements | Provide insights and analysis to management regarding financial performance and trends
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts for operations | Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide analysis of variances
  • Expense Tracking: Monitor and categorize operating expenses, ensuring adherence to budget limits, and identifying potential savings | Keep track of vendor agreements and renegotiations where necessary
  • Record Management: Maintain organized financial records in compliance with local regulations and accounting principles | Ensure that guest financial information and transactions are kept confidential
  • Collaboration with Management: Work closely with management to provide necessary financial insights and support decision-making | Assist in preparing for audits and liaising with external auditors as needed
  • Compliance and Regulation: Stay informed on relevant local tax laws, accounting practices, and policies to ensure compliance | Assist our outsourced partners to prepare and submit necessary submissions and other regulatory requirements
  • Inventory Management: Keep track of inventory related to supplies and services (e.g., linens, cleaning supplies, stock/amenity controls) and assist in managing associated costs
  • Payroll Management & VAT & TAX Submissions: Manage process alongside outsourced service provider

In return this opportunity offers permanent employment with a monthly Cost to Company Salary that will be negotiable on relevant Qualifications, Experience, and proven Stellar track record.



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