Jobs in Cape Town, France

Financial Manager – Luxury Hotel | Cape Town

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience
Location: Cape Town
Software Experience Required: Opera & MiCROS essential

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a dynamic and highly capable Financial Manager for a luxury hotel in Cape Town. This is a senior opportunity for a motivated professional to join a high-performing team and oversee the financial operations of a prestigious property.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Compt Honours Degree (minimum requirement)
  

• CA, CIMA, or Articles (advantageous)
  

• 3-4 years' experience in a similar financial role
  

• Strong knowledge and experience with Opera, MiCROS and preferably NAV (Microsoft Dynamics 365)
  

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Can work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  

• Possesses high attention to detail with the ability to understand the broader business context
  

• Brings creative problem-solving skills and a flexible mindset
  

• Strong leadership and management experience
  

• Deadline-driven with excellent organisational skills
  

• Comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback
  

• Holds self and others accountable
  

• Advanced Excel user
  

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting

• Preparation and presentation of management accounts
  

• Delivery of accurate financial reports for planning and decision-making
  

• Ensure adherence to reporting deadlines
  

• Verify accuracy of daily, monthly and other management reports
  

Cash Flow Management

• Maintain and utilise cash resources effectively to meet obligations
  

Budgeting

• Oversee and manage the annual budget process
  

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and analyse financial risks and opportunities
  

• Provide strategic insights and support decision-making processes
  

Financial Control & Compliance

• Maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
  

• Oversee tax obligations including PAYE, VAT and related matters
  

Payroll

• Coordinate monthly payroll in conjunction with HR
  

Auditing

• Oversee annual financial and BEE audits
  

• Ensure all audit requirements are met and financials are audit ready
  

Insurance

• Manage annual insurance renewal processes
  

• Liaise with insurance brokers regarding claims
  

IT & Information Systems

• Ensure financial systems and data comply with POPI and operational standards
  

• Safeguard financial and sensitive business information
  

Business Management

• Align financial operations with broader business goals and support operational teams
  

• Translate strategic objectives into measurable financial outcomes
  

General Duties

• Mentor and support finance team members
  

• Oversee and assist with daily accounting tasks and control account reconciliations
  

This role is a vital part of the hotel’s strategic management team and reports directly to the Managing Director, with indirect reporting to the Group CFO. The successful candidate will be instrumental in creating a sustainable, efficient, and compliant financial environment within the hospitality business.