Financial Controller

Kendrick Recruitment; Paterson; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a Luxury Private Game Reserve in Paterson, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on leading financial operations, ensuring robust controls, and providing timely financial information to support the remote hospitality environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years' accounting experience, a relevant accounting qualification, and proficiency with Excel and hospitality systems.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years' relevant financial or accounting experience.
• Experience in hospitality accounting systems and/or PMS/POS systems advantageous.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations of the reserve.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Conduct regular bank, creditor, debtor and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare management accounts, financial reports and relevant analysis.
• Monitor budgets, expenditure and operational costs.
• Identify and investigate financial variances and discrepancies.
• Maintain internal financial controls and procedures.
• Oversee cash management and banking procedures.
• Assist with stock control, stock takes and cost management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management.
• Assist with payroll-related financial processes and reconciliations.
• Ensure financial records are audit-ready.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communicator

Independent worker

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

PMS/POS systems

Job description

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa

Job Information

Finance

Negotiable DOE

City Paterson

State/Province Eastern Cape

6130

Job Description

Financial Controller | Luxury Private Game Reserve | Paterson, Eastern Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and hands‑on Financial Controller to join an exclusive luxury private game reserve in Paterson, Eastern Cape.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong accounting and financial control experience who is comfortable working within a remote luxury hospitality environment. The successful candidate will oversee key financial functions, maintain strong financial controls and support the operational team with accurate and timely financial information.

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

Live‑in accommodation

Meals excluded

Work cycle: Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the reserve.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Conduct regular bank, creditor, debtor and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare management accounts, financial reports and relevant analysis.
• Monitor budgets, expenditure and operational costs.
• Identify and investigate financial variances and discrepancies.
• Maintain effective internal financial controls and procedures.
• Oversee cash management and ensure accurate cash-up and banking procedures.
• Assist with stock control, stock takes and cost management.
• Monitor supplier invoices and ensure accurate and authorised processing.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management.
• Assist with payroll-related financial processes and reconciliations where required.
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and are audit‑ready.
• Work closely with Heads of Department and management to provide financial guidance and support.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity when dealing with sensitive financial information.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years' relevant financial or accounting experience.
• Previous experience within a luxury hotel, lodge, resort or hospitality environment is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proven experience with reconciliations, creditors, debtors and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills.
• Experience with hospitality accounting systems and/or PMS/POS systems will be advantageous.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, stock control and cost management is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of financial procedures and internal controls.

Skills & Attributes

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly organised and detail‑oriented.
• Numerically and analytically strong.
• Accurate and methodical in their approach.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of financial functions.
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professional, trustworthy and discreet.
• Solutions-focused with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Comfortable working within a remote luxury hospitality environment.
• Able to work collaboratively with operational teams and management.

The successful candidate must be comfortable living and working within a remote private game reserve environment and contributing to the financial requirements of a luxury hospitality operation.

The position follows a Monday to Friday work cycle and is offered on a live-in basis, with meals excluded.

Please note that only candidates meeting the above requirements will be considered.