Cluster Finance manager

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company located in Johannesburg, South Africa is seeking a highly skilled Cluster Finance Manager. This role involves overseeing financial operations across multiple hotels, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving performance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s in Finance, extensive experience in finance management, and strong leadership skills. This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact financial strategy and operations while leading a dedicated finance team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in finance management.
• Strong experience managing finance teams across multiple countries.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations for a cluster of hotels.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Manage and prepare accurate financial reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance

Professional certification (CPA, CA, or ACCA)

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cluster Finance Manager to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing financial operations across multiple countries in the region, ensuring compliance, driving financial performance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

• Lead and manage the finance function for a cluster of hotels, providing strategic financial guidance to senior management
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes, analyzing variances and providing insights to improve financial performance
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting standards
• Implement and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and optimize financial operations
• Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing appropriate risk management strategies
• Participate in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives, providing financial due diligence and analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance preferred
• Professional certification such as CPA, CA, or ACCA
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in finance management, with a proven track record of success in leadership roles
• Strong experience in managing finance teams and multi-country financial operations
• Expert knowledge of financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in financial softwareand advanced Excel skills
• In-depth understanding of international financial reporting standards (IFRS)
• Knowledge of local tax laws and regulations in African countries
• Experience in corporate finance within emerging markets
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Willingness to travel within the cluster region as required