Financial Manager

Believe Resourcing; Thabazimbi Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality group is seeking an experienced Financial Manager for their private game reserve in Limpopo. The role involves overseeing the full finance function, monthly reporting, and compliance in a dynamic environment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, 5+ years of management experience, and proficiency in SAGE and advanced Excel. The position offers a competitive salary and includes accommodation, meals, and medical aid benefits.

Benefits

Accommodation on the reserve

Medical aid contribution

Annual discretionary performance bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ financial management experience, including at least 2 years in hospitality.
• Experience with compliance and statutory submissions.
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full accounting and financial management function.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Manage cash flow, payroll, and budgeting.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong working knowledge of SAGE Evolution

Solid understanding of IFRS and IAS

Experience with Opera and Micros

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Tools

SAGE Evolution

SAGE Intacct

Job description

Financial Manager

Location: Limpopo (Private Game Reserve)

Salary: R70,000 – R85,000 per month (depending on experience) + Accommodation + Meals + Medical Aid and Provident Fund

Working Model: On-site / Property-based

About the Company

Our client is a luxury hospitality group operating an exclusive private game reserve with multiple high‑end lodge offerings.

Why Join Them

This is a senior, hands‑on role offering real ownership of the full finance function within a premium hospitality environment. The position includes accommodation on the reserve and the opportunity to work closely with both operational leadership and group finance.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to take responsibility for the full accounting and financial management function of a private game reserve hospitality operation. The role is operational and strategic, overseeing day‑to‑day finance, monthly reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting and cost control, while supporting the General Manager and Head Office with financial insight and decision‑making.

Requirements and Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the accounting and financial function for the hospitality operation
• Day‑to‑day processing of invoices, journals and financial transactions
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, executive summaries and variance analysis
• Submission of monthly management packs to Head Office
• Cash flow management, forecasting and payment processing
• Monthly payroll reconciliation, EMP201 submissions, VAT reconciliation and statutory compliance
• Supplier and debtor management, including age analysis and payments
• Budget preparation, monthly forecasting and cost control
• Stock take review and processing of related journals
• Balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of variances
• Coordination with external auditors during year‑end audits
• Financial guidance and support to departmental heads
• Strong collaboration with Head Office finance and on‑property leadership
• Adherence to group finance SOPs and reporting standards

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ financial management experience, including at least 2 years in hospitality
• Strong working knowledge of SAGE Evolution and/or SAGE Intacct
• Advanced Excel skills
• Solid understanding of IFRS, IAS and South African tax/VAT legislation
• Experience with Opera and Micros (advantageous)
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

Package Includes

• Basic salary (R70k–R85k per month)
• Accommodation on the reserve (per company policy)
• One staff meal per day while on duty or meal allowance
• Medical aid contribution (50% for main member)
• Provident fund (5% employee / 5% employer)
• Statutory contributions (SDL & UIF)
• Annual discretionary performance bonus