Unit Accountant | Luxury 5-Star Seaside Hotel | Hermanus, Western Cape | SS

NOW HIRING: Unit Accountant | Luxury 5-Star Seaside Hotel | Hermanus, Western Cape

About the Opportunity

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Unit Accountant to join a prestigious 5-star seaside hotel in Hermanus. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong hospitality background to become part of a luxury property and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial controls and supporting the hotel's overall financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the property.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounting documentation.
• Process and reconcile daily financial transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Monitor income, expenses, debtors, creditors and cash flow.
• Conduct regular balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Monitor departmental expenditure and identify variances or areas requiring attention.
• Ensure invoices, payments and financial documentation are processed accurately and timeously.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure adherence to company accounting procedures.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation when required.
• Work closely with operational departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide management with relevant financial information and insights to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies and internal procedures.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in an accounting role within the luxury hospitality or hotel industry is highly advantageous.
• Relevant accounting or finance qualification.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Professional, reliable and solutions-driven approach.

Package

• Salary: R25,000 – R30,000 per month.

Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within seven working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.