Financial Accountant | Luxury Lodge Group Head Office | Cape Town, Western Cape | LB

NOW HIRING: Financial Accountant | Luxury Lodge Group | Cape Town, Western Cape

About the Opportunity

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Financial Accountant to join the head office team of a leading luxury lodge group in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional with strong accounting experience and previous exposure to supervising or mentoring a finance team. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting and ensuring the smooth running of the group's finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day accounting and financial functions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and accounting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial procedures.
• Prepare financial reports and management accounts as required.
• Perform bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Monitor financial performance and investigate variances.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial information.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation when required.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Mentor and support junior members of the finance team.
• Provide guidance and supervision to finance staff where required.
• Work closely with management and operational teams to provide accurate financial information and support decision-making.

Key Requirements

• Relevant Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 3–5 years' relevant financial accounting experience.
• Previous experience mentoring and/or supervising a finance team is essential.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent reconciliation and financial reporting skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy.
• Experience with Xero will be advantageous.
• Previous experience within the hospitality industry is beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
• Skills & Attributes The ideal candidate will be: Highly analytical and numerically strong.
• Detail-oriented and exceptionally organised.
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable mentoring and developing junior finance team members.
• Able to work accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Professional, reliable and highly trustworthy.
• Proactive with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Commercially aware and able to understand the wider impact of financial decisions.

Package

• Salary: R35,000 – R40,000 per month

Location: Cape Town Head Office position

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.