Hotel Finance Lead (Hybrid Role)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Hotel Accountant in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage financial operations, including payroll, AP/AR, and reporting, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and profitability for the hotel.

The role requires strong hospitality accounting know-how and attention to detail, with collaboration across hotel management and external auditors. Join a reputable establishment committed to financial health and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, hospitality preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, or hotel ERP systems.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and analytical skills.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.
• Good communication and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Prepare timely financial statements, reports, and analyses for management.
• Assist in annual budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations and tax laws.
• Conduct regular audits and reconciliations.
• Manage banking relationships and cash flow.
• Support hotel management with financial insights.

Skills

Hospitality accounting

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Payroll management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Hotel Accountant in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage financial operations, including payroll, AP/AR, and reporting, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and profitability for the hotel.

The role requires strong hospitality accounting know-how and attention to detail, with collaboration across hotel management and external auditors. Join a reputable establishment committed to financial health and strategic goals.