Front of House / Junior Bookkeeper
Profile Personnel • East London, Eastern Cape, ZA
30+ days ago
Job description
Our client in the hospitality industry, located in the Amatola Coastal region, is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Front of House / Junior Bookkeeper to join their team. This role combines front-of-house responsibilities with junior bookkeeping duties and is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people while maintaining strong financial and administrative control.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working hospitality hours and be adaptable to a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Front of House & Guest Services
- Managing guest reservations and bookings
- Handling guest enquiries (in person, telephonic, and email)
- Welcoming guests and ensuring a high standard of customer service
- Assisting with check-ins, check-outs, and general front-desk duties
Payments & Administration
- Processing guest payments accurately
- Reconciling daily takings and payment records
- Assisting with invoicing and receipts
- Maintaining organised records and filing systems
Junior Bookkeeping Duties
- Capturing financial transactions on Xero
- Assisting with basic reconciliations
- Supporting month-end administrative and bookkeeping processes
- Liaising with management regarding financial queries
General Duties
- Supporting the operational needs of the hospitality business
- Assisting with ad hoc administrative and operational tasks as required
Requirements
- 2–3 years’ experience in a similar front-of-house and/or junior bookkeeping role
- Working knowledge and hands-on experience with Xero
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Willingness to work hospitality hours (Monday to Saturday)
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