Senior Accountant (Franschhoek)

SUMMARY:

A sophisticated group of boutique hotels based in Franschhoek is seeking an experienced Accountant to provide comprehensive financial control, review, and support to the assigned Financial Manager.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a financial degree or diploma (SAIPA Professional Accountant is advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial accounting, preferably in the hospitality, tourism, or property sector
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and financial accounting systems (e.g., Sage Evolution, Protel PMS) is essential
• Must have strong knowledge of VAT legislation and financial reporting standards

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Analyzing costs against budget and prior year figures, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring the validity of expenditures.
• Managing VAT, EMP201, and Excise submissions, as well as ensuring compliance with SARS regulations.
• Overseeing complex invoice capturing, supplier reconciliations, and payment processes.
• Managing electronic bank payments, foreign payments, petty cash, and cash deposits.
• Ensuring effective procurement practices and accurate stock management.
• Reviewing and approving payroll registers, assisting with payroll submissions, and ensuring accurate payroll journal entries.
• Maintaining fixed asset registers, managing customer invoices, and ensuring debtors’ accounts are reconciled.
• Assisting with annual budgeting and preparing for external audits.

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