Essential
Education: Relevant Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role within a star hotel or luxury hospitality environment.
Systems: Advanced proficiency in hotel financial management systems (e.g., Sage 300/Accpac, Protel, Opera PMS, Micros POS, Materials Control) and online banking platforms.
Excel Skills: Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis and reconciliations.
Knowledge: Good understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), South African VAT legislation, and hotel operational processes.
Personal Attributes
Meticulous: Zero-tolerance for errors in reconciliations, payment loading, and reporting.
Initiative-taking: A "hands-on," 'can-do' attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; actively hunts for missing invoices and follows up on outstanding payments.
Leadership: Strong ability to influence, coach, and inspire cross-functional teams while supervising junior staff.
Integrity: Unwavering commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial management.

