Job Description

Closing Date: 2025-12-20
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 1 - 3 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
Accounts Administrator - Trendy Restaurant Group - Cape Town
Our client, a rapidly growing, trendy and well-loved Mediterranean-inspired restaurant group in Cape Town, is seeking an Accounts Administrator to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for a young, motivated finance professional with 2-3 years of experience who is eager to grow within a vibrant hospitality environment. The Accounts Administrator will oversee the full accounting function, payroll processing, financial reporting, and system administration across the business.
Description
The Accounts Administrator will support the financial health and operational efficiency of the restaurant group by managing day-to-day accounting, monthly reporting, supplier management, payroll, and financial controls. You will work closely with the management team, supporting a young, energetic staff complement of 24. This is a role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys combining hands-on accounting with hospitality operations insight.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full accounts function including AP, AR, reconciliations, and cash flow tracking
• Process and manage payroll accurately across all employees
• Compile monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Maintain and update accounting systems, POS reports, and operational data
• Monitor stock reports, cost control and supplier invoices
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Collaborate with management on budgeting, forecasting, and spending controls
• Prepare VAT submissions and liaise with auditors/tax consultants when required
• Ensure compliance with restaurant financial processes and SOPs
• Identify inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and streamline processes
• Support leadership with ad hoc financial and administrative tasks

Working Hours:

• Monday: Work from home
• Tuesday - Friday: In-office, 9:00 - 17:00
• Weekends off

Package Includes:

• Competitive salary of R22 000 - R25 000
• Opportunity for growth within a modern, expanding restaurant brand
• Supportive and vibrant work culture

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant finance or accounting diploma/qualification (essential)
• 2-3 years' experience in an accounts or finance administrator role
• Strong understanding of basic accounting, reconciliations, and payroll
• Experience on Xero, Pastel, Opsimize, and/or Table POS advantageous
• Excellent Excel skills and high numerical accuracy
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Confident, efficient, and able to work independently
• Enjoys working in a young, fast-paced hospitality environment
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and accountability
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Skills Required