Company: RecruitMyMom
Location: Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Fixed Term (4-month maternity cover)
Work Schedule: Full-time, in-office with flexibility
Experience Level: Intermediate / Finance & Accounting
Industry: FMCG / Winery / Hospitality
Functional Area: Accounting / Financial Reconciliation / Reporting
Date Posted: 10 November 2025
Reference Number: ZR_15624_JOB
About RecruitMyMom
RecruitMyMom is South Africa’s leading online recruitment platform, connecting skilled professionals with flexible, fixed-term, and permanent job opportunities across multiple sectors. The platform empowers candidates to access reputable businesses offering meaningful career opportunities in structured, supportive work environments.
This exciting opportunity is with a well-established winery and hospitality business in Franschhoek, known for its exceptional wines, curated experiences, and strong operational standards. The company is seeking a temporary Assistant Finance Controller to support critical financial and reconciliation functions during a maternity leave period.
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Position Overview
The winery is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Finance Controller for a 4-month fixed-term role providing maternity cover. This in-office position involves managing comprehensive financial reconciliations, processing transactions, and supporting reporting across accommodation, hospitality, customer accounts, bank statements, loan accounts, and insurance claims.
The role is ideal for an accounting or finance professional with strong reconciliation experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting multiple areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accommodation & Customer Reconciliations
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Reconcile accommodation deposits and ensure all payments align with bookings; resolve discrepancies promptly.
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Perform accommodation transaction reconciliations to balance charges and payments.
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Reconcile accommodation turnover, comparing actuals with expected revenue.
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Handle hospitality customer reconciliations, ensuring accuracy of daily transactions.
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Reconcile Franschhoek Wine Tram customer transactions, including wine, curated experiences, and rail & wine purchases.
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Manage wedding customer reconciliations, ensuring payments for venue, catering, and related services are accurately processed.
2. Financial & Balance Sheet Reconciliation
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Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
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Conduct bank processing and reconciliations for RBE and RBP accounts (Tuesdays & Fridays).
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Reconcile diesel purchases for RBP accounts in line with SARS requirements.
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Reconcile loan accounts weekly for RBE and RBP.
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Process petty cash transactions on weekly and monthly schedules.
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Reconcile Tall Order cash, credit card, Zapper, and SnapScan transactions monthly.
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Manage Padel activity transactions and reconciliations weekly.
3. Insurance & Reporting Support
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Process and reconcile insurance claims as they occur, ensuring accurate documentation.
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Maintain timely and accurate reporting across all reconciled areas.
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Support operational efficiency by identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
Minimum Requirements
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Qualification: Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
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Experience: Proven experience in accounting, financial reconciliations, and bookkeeping.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero), MS Office Suite (Excel, Word), and platforms such as TallOrder and WineMS.
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Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in managing transactions and financial records.
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Time Management: Ability to handle multiple reconciliation tasks and meet strict deadlines.
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Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication for internal and external stakeholders.
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Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies professionally and efficiently.
Core Competencies
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Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial management.
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Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all financial operations.
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Proactive approach to problem-solving and reconciliation processes.
Why Join RecruitMyMom
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Work with a prestigious winery and hospitality business in Franschhoek.
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Gain exposure to finance and reconciliation processes across multiple business areas.
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Competitive monthly remuneration of R25,000 for the fixed-term contract.
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Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
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Engage in a role that supports operational excellence and financial integrity.
POPIA Compliance
All personal information received from applicants will be treated as strictly confidential and handled in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Applicant data will only be used for recruitment purposes and stored securely.
How to Apply
Submit your updated CV and cover letter via the official RecruitMyMom Careers Portal or apply directly through Jobs and Career Opportunities South Africa.
Application Guidelines:
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Highlight relevant finance, accounting, and reconciliation experience.
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Provide clear work history demonstrating attention to detail and operational efficiency.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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