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

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