Accountant – Luxury Estate, Stellenbosch

About the role

A luxury estate in Stellenbosch is looking for an experienced, organised and detail-oriented Accountant to manage its day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions. The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records, support management with financial information and ensure that statutory and accounting requirements are met. The role suits someone who is trustworthy, proactive and comfortable working independently to strict deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and process invoices, payments, receipts and journals.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are allocated correctly.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, cash, debtors and creditors daily.
• Monitor daily cash-ups and investigate variances or discrepancies.
• Prepare debtor and creditor ageing reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end procedures, monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Prepare and assist with VAT returns and other applicable statutory submissions.
• Perform variance analysis, identify unusual transactions and resolve accounting queries.
• Prepare schedules, working papers and supporting documents for audits.
• Maintain accurate, complete and well-organised financial records and ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls and accounting and tax requirements.
• Provide accurate financial information to management and maintain strict confidentiality.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping or a related field.
• At least two years' experience in an accounting, bookkeeping or finance environment.
• Good understanding of South African accounting and tax requirements.
• Previous hospitality or hotel industry experience, and experience with hotel PMS and POS systems, is advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Pastel or similar.
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The advertised salary is R29,710 per month plus retirement annuity, working Monday to Friday. Apply through the recruiter's website.