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Job Description

Financial Manager | Luxury Boutique Hotel | Eastern Cape

Salary : R45,000 per month

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a Financial Manager for a luxury boutique hotel located in the Eastern Cape . This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and experienced hospitality finance professional, with a strong background in boutique hotels or lodges and a solid understanding of F&B costings. The Financial Manager will oversee the full accounting and stock management functions while leading the finance team.

Key Responsibilities :

Accounting and Finance Management :

Manage the finance team and oversee all financial functions

Daily reconciliation of revenue systems with the accounting system

Process, bill, and manage debtor accounts, including remittance and bad debt reporting

Oversee creditor accounts, ensuring accurate coding, approvals, and reconciliation

Prepare and review payment batches for authorisation

Reconcile accounting and stock system transactions

Cash & Banking :

Perform daily cash-ups and manage all control accounts

Bank all cash and manage petty cash transactions

Complete bank reconciliations across all platforms

Stock Management :

Process invoices to appropriate cost centres with necessary approvals

Maintain the stock system, ensuring accuracy in pricing, recipe linking, and depletion

Conduct regular stock counts and maintain accurate valuations

Journal Entries & Compliance :

Post monthly journals and reconcile with supporting documentation

Ensure accrual-based income and expense accounting

Implement and uphold internal controls and compliance with policies and audit standards

VAT & Insurance :

Prepare and submit monthly VAT declarations and handle related SARS queries

Review annual insurance policies and manage claims

Fixed Assets :

Maintain and verify the fixed asset register

Ensure depreciation is processed in line with accounting schedules

Payroll :

Compile and submit all payroll data to outsourced provider

Ensure accuracy in pay adjustments, stipends, tips, commissions, and terminations

Process payroll entries and ensure timely payment of salaries and third-party contributions

Manage pension and UIF processes and maintain employee payroll records

Reporting & Budgeting :

Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts

Assist with annual financial statement preparation and audits

Oversee year-end processes and ensure accurate financial records

Prepare, monitor, and report on income, expenditure, and capital budgets

Collaborate with key departments on budget implementation and adjustments

Team Management :

Conduct regular performance reviews and identify development needs within the finance team

Ensure consistent communication and support across departments

Ad Hoc Duties :

Assist with B-BBEE certification, liquor licensing, rental agreements, contract renewals, and solar usage monitoring

Requirements :

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar finance role within a boutique hotel or lodge setting

Strong F&B costing and stock control knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Proven leadership and team management experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of South African accounting standards, VAT, and payroll legislation

Organised, analytical, and proactive with a high level of accuracy

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to contribute to the ongoing success of a prestigious property. Candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their CV to apply.