Stellenbosch wine company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is passionate about maintaining accurate financial records while supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform bank reconciliations.
- Manage petty cash transactions and reconciliations.
- Process and reconcile company credit card transactions.
- Manage Accounts Receivable, including:
- Raising customer and tenant invoices.
- Sending account statements.
- Following up on overdue accounts and collections.
- Manage Accounts Payable, including:
- Capturing supplier invoices.
- Reconciling supplier accounts.
- Resolving supplier queries.
- Prepare and load supplier and other payments.
- Perform VAT reconciliations.
- Process monthly payroll accurately and on time
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare and submit SARS statutory returns, including VAT, EMP, and Excise where applicable.
- Complete month-end processing.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports to assist sales and marketing.
- Assist with audit preparation, journal processing, and year-end financial requirements.
- Provide administrative and finance support to the broader business as required.
Minimum Requirements
- Accounting related degree/qualification
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role.
- Experience using Xero Accounting will be advantageous but not essential.
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
- Experience with payroll processing and statutory submissions.
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial reporting.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
- Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work in a beautiful wine farm environment.
- A supportive and collaborative team.
- A varied role with exposure to all aspects of the finance function.
- Market-related salary
- Start date 01 September 2026
If you are an organised finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic agricultural and hospitality environment, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to sales@detrafford.co.za. Please include you salary expectations.
If you have not heard back from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.