Unit Accountant

Kendrick Recruitment; Kou-Kamma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a skilled Unit Accountant for a prestigious 5-star seaside hotel in Hermanus, Western Cape. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial controls and supporting the hotel’s financial performance through day-to-day property accounting.

You will manage ledgers, assist with month-end and year-end reporting, and prepare financial reports while ensuring compliance with company procedures and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hospitality or hotel accounting is preferred.
• Accounting/finance qualification required.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and with operations teams.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting for the property.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Process and reconcile daily financial transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, reconciliations and schedules.
• Monitor income, expenses, debtors, creditors and cash flow.
• Conduct balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and planning.
• Identify variances in departmental spend and address issues.
• Ensure invoices/payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Maintain strong financial controls and procedures.
• Assist with audits and provide documentation as required.
• Work with operations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide management with financial insights for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and procedures.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Communication

Time management

Independence

Collaboration

Education

Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Unit Accountant | Luxury 5-Star Seaside Hotel | Hermanus, Western Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Unit Accountant to join a prestigious 5-star seaside hotel in Hermanus. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong hospitality background to become part of a luxury property and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial controls and supporting the overall financial performance of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the property.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounting documentation.
• Process and reconcile daily financial transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Monitor income, expenses, debtors, creditors and cash flow.
• Conduct regular balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Monitor departmental expenditure and identify variances or areas requiring attention.
• Ensure invoices, payments and financial documentation are processed accurately and timeously.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure adherence to company accounting procedures.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation when required.
• Work closely with operational departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide management with relevant financial information and insights to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies and internal procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an accounting role within the luxury hospitality or hotel industry is highly advantageous.
• Relevant accounting or finance qualification.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Professional, reliable and solutions-driven approach.

Salary: R25,000 - R30,000 per month

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a luxury 5-star seaside property in Hermanus and contribute to the efficient and successful management of its financial operations.