Bookkeeper
ABOUT THE ROLE
Benguela Cove Investments (Pty) Ltd is the holding entity for Benguela Cove Wine Estate and a portfolio of hospitality and property interests in the Overberg region. We are looking for a competent, detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day financial administration of the BCI entity and support the Group Financial Controller in ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Invoice processing, approval tracking and supplier query resolution
- Daily cash-ups, banking and cash reconciliations
- Maintenance and reconciliation of control accounts (debtors, creditors, bank)
- Processing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Intercompany loan account reconciliations (BCI and associated plot companies)
- Preparation of supporting schedules for monthly management accounts
- Assisting with VAT and PAYE supporting documentation
- Liaison with wine estate operational teams on finance queries
- Supporting the annual statutory audit for BCI and associated entities
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum: Bookkeeping / Accounting qualification (Diploma or equivalent)
- At least 3–5 years of relevant bookkeeping experience
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central advantageous; willingness to learn essential
- Strong reconciliation skills — able to work independently and identify and resolve discrepancies
- Experience in a multi-entity or hospitality environment advantageous
- Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage a high transaction volume
- Own transport required (occasional travel to Hermanus)
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to reconciliations
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills — able to liaise with operational teams
- Proactive: raises issues before they become problems
- Deadline-driven with the ability to manage competing priorities
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