Criteria:
• Matric + Bookkeeping/Accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree)
• 5–7 years’ proven bookkeeping and payroll experience (tourism industry advantageous but not required).
• Proficiency in Sage and related accounting systems - Experience with Payroll calculation on SAGE.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge of tour operator/reservation systems (advantageous, but not required).
• Only Cape Town based candidates/ Strictly SA residents with SA ID
• Excellent accuracy, organisational ability, and confidentiality.
• Meticulous attention to detail, pro-active, well-spoken, well-presented.
Tokai – Cape Town Southern Suburbs – CPT – Office based.
Salary Negotiable & based on experience and qualifications.
Our Client - Leading, Renowned Inbound Tour Operator is looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the financial operations of our Tour Operator business.
This role encompasses bookkeeping, payroll administration, statutory compliance including relevant tax requirements, and financial reporting. The Senior Bookkeeper will ensure the integrity of financial records, provide management with accurate reporting, and maintain strong internal controls.
Criteria:
• Matric + Bookkeeping/Accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree)
• 5–7 years’ proven bookkeeping and payroll experience (tourism industry advantageous but not required).
• Proficiency in Sage and related accounting systems - Experience with Payroll calculation on SAGE.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge of tour operator/reservation systems (advantageous, but not required).
• Only Cape Town based candidates/ Strictly SA residents with SA ID
• Excellent accuracy, organisational ability, and confidentiality.
• Meticulous attention to detail, pro-active, well-spoken, well-presented.
Financial Management
• Full bookkeeping function, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Supplier reconciliations (hotels, Travel partners, service providers).
• Bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations.
• Client payments, deposits, and refunds.
• Cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Audit readiness and support for external auditors.
• Implementation of strong internal controls.
Payroll & Tax Compliance
• Monthly payroll processing, including salaries, overtime, and commissions.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and statutory submissions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Submission of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns.
• Collaborate and oversee corporate tax submissions and compliance with tax advisors.
Team & Operations Support
• Collaborate with reservations and operations teams on tour-related costs and margins.
• Provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Train and supervise junior finance staff where required.
Please email your CV and completed Qualification to natalie@careerdynamics.co.za and/or astridr@careerdynamics.co.za
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Senior Bookkeeper
Tokai – Cape Town Southern Suburbs – CPT – Office based.
Salary Negotiable & based on experience and qualifications.
Our Client - Leading, Renowned Inbound Tour Operator is looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the financial operations of our Tour Operator business.
This role encompasses bookkeeping, payroll administration, statutory compliance including relevant tax requirements, and financial reporting. The Senior Bookkeeper will ensure the integrity of financial records, provide management with accurate reporting, and maintain strong internal controls.