Bookkeeper - Helderberg

Boekenhoutskloof Winery is seeking to employ a Bookkeeper at its Helderberg facility, located between Stellenbosch and Somerset West, off the R44. With four operational sites, and a brand portfolio that is well-established domestically and internationally, we pride ourselves in the quality of our wines, as we continuously strive for excellence in all areas of our operations.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to our Financial Accountant, the Bookkeeper shall form part of our small yet dynamic finance and accounting team, with the responsibility to accurately record, process and prepare a myriad of financial transactions, across multiple entities within the company, which shall include but not be limited to the following:

• Maintaining, processing & reconciliation of petty cash
• Processing and reconciliation of bank accounts
• Processing and reconciliation of credit card transactions
• Ensure timeous receipt of all credit card transaction documents.
• Processing accounts payable invoices and performing accounts payable reconciliations.
• Maintaining accounts receivable
• Assist in the maintenance, processing & reconciliation of stock.
• Prepare payment batches timeously for suppliers, by verifying documentation and bank accounts weekly.
• Preparation of month-end schedules and payments
• Preparation and processing of journal entries
• Monitor general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues.
• Maintain and update filing systems, both electronic and paper
• Ensure timeous receipt and correct filing of all monthly invoices for payment.
• Communicate with the operational site managers regarding expenses/queries.
• Ensuring every month-end is completed timeously and accurately.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and legislation.
• Assist Financial Accountant with financial information and any other administrative duties that may be required from time to time (Ad Hoc duties).

Requirements and Skills:

• A diploma in accounting or bookkeeping, or equivalent experience
• At least 3-5 years of experience in bookkeeping
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles
• Proficiency in accounting software (experience in EzyWine and Xero will be beneficial)
• Above average computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS word & MS Excel)
• Excellent organizational skills, high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles
• Confidentiality and excellent discretionary skills
• Wine/spirits industry experience will be beneficial.
• Knowledge regarding SAWIS will be beneficial.

Please forward your CV to lizette@boekenhoutskloof.co.za by latest Friday, 2 May 2025. We reserve the right to not fill the position. Should you not hear from us by 5 May 2025, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.