Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
  - Valid South African ID (Essential) – Unfortunately, work permits cannot be considered for this position
  
  - Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field
  - Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Hotel Accountant within a corporate or branded hotel environment (Essential)
  - Experience within a 4 or 5-star hotel operation
  - Strong understanding of hotel financial controls, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
  - Excellent knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
  - Experience with hotel financial management systems advantageous
  - Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
  - High level of integrity, attention to detail and confidentiality
  
  - Willingness to relocate and live on the reserve

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the lodge
  - Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and balance sheet reconciliations
  - Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting
  - Monitor internal financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements
  - Oversee stock controls, purchasing controls and cost management across departments
  - Assist department heads with financial planning and expenditure management
  - Manage payroll support, supplier reconciliations and creditor functions where required
  - Ensure statutory compliance, tax submissions and financial deadlines are met
  - Support the General Manager with financial analysis and strategic decision-making
  - Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting standards