Bookkeeper - Benguela Cove Investments (Pty) Ltd

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 APPLY NOW