About the roleAs a Junior Bookkeeper at Totalstay, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our operations. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to support our Senior Bookkeeper and Finance Manager, ensuring the smooth financial running of our business.What you will do in this roleThis job profile is not an exclusive list of responsibilities and could be changed from time-to-time per business requirements.Daily | All bank feeds are updated on Xero (all payments and receipts captured in Xero).Daily | Processing of revenue and expense recovery invoices.Daily | Processing of supplier invoices via Dext to Xero.Weekly | Reconciliations of accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank balances and cash on hand balances, for review by the Senior Bookkeeper.Weekly | Preparation of supplier payment schedule for processing by Senior Bookkeeper.Weekly | Follow up on deposits outstanding with guest relations and reservations teams.Weekly | Updating relevant weekly reports to Senior Bookkeeper and Finance Manager.Ad hoc | Maintenance of customer and supplier profiles on Xero, which will involve updating customer and supplier details as and when changes take place, e.g. updating contact details, e-mail addresses, etc.Ad hoc | Maintenance of fixed asset register and reconciliation with insurance schedules as well as the general ledger.Ad hoc | Act as the initial point of contact between reservations and finance teams for finance-related queries.Ad hoc | General assistance to the Senior Bookkeeper and Finance Manager as required.What you will need for this roleGrade 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a basic bookkeeping function (A degree / diploma in accounting would be advantageous).Working knowledge of accounting packages like Sage, Pastel, AccPac, etc. (preferably Xero), together with basic VAT understanding.Working knowledge of a recognized property management system would be advantageous.Well spoken, good communication skills, verbal and written in English and Afrikaans.Must have Excel / Google Sheets experience.Must be able to work in a deadline-driven environment.Must be able to work as part of a team, but also independently as required.Must be able to manage your own time based on set milestones effectively.Excellent attention to detail is non-negotiable.Confidentiality and integrity are non-negotiable.What We Offer:A dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact.A competitive salary package tailored to your experience and expertise.A dynamic workplace where your contributions drive real change.Opportunities to unlock your potential for career advancementVibrant and inclusive company culture, prioritising the well-being of every team member.Enjoyperks like “Friends & Family” nightly rates at all Totalstayproperties, wellness initiatives and our very own reward and recognitionprogramme.Thrive in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.Join a supportive team committed to your success, professionally and personally.Be part of a company that celebrates diversity and empowers its employees to reach new heights.About Totalstay:Totalstay is creating a better way for travellers to stay. We combinethe best-practice of top hotels, with the flexibility and freedom ofDIY travel. Everything a traveller wants from a hotel combined witheverything they love about a home. We offer the essential services atraveller expects from a hotel together with the freedom, space andindividuality of a home. It’s the best of both worlds. And it’s the bestway to travel. With a private collection of fully managed, hotel-gradevacation rentals in Cape Town including boutique hotels, aparthotels,villas & serviced apartments, we aim to ensure that a guest’s stayis as memorable as possible, from start to finish.#J-18808-Ljbffr