Financial Controller

Recruiter:

Hospitality Hire

Job Ref:

CPT000183/AW

Date posted:

Friday, December 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Position: Hotel Financial Controller - (Hotel/Lodge exp essential)
Location: Graaff-Reinet

POSITION INFO:
Hospitality Hire is partnering with The Drostdy Hotel in Graaff Reinet, proudly managed by Valor Hospitality Partners, to recruit an exceptional Hotel Financial Controller for this iconic luxury boutique property.

About The Drostdy Hotel
Situated in the heart of Graaff Reinet, The Drostdy Hotel is a celebrated historic landmark that blends Karoo heritage with refined boutique luxury. The hotel is known for its elegant design, exceptional service, and authentic South African hospitality.

About Valor Hospitality Partners
Valor Hospitality Partners is a global hospitality management company recognised for reimagining and elevating guest experiences across luxury hotels worldwide. Their culture is built on passion, integrity, teamwork and exceptional service delivery. These values are deeply embedded in the hotel’s daily operation.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a hospitality professional to lead a respected luxury property's finance for a recognised management group.

Location: Graaff Reinet, Eastern Cape
Eligibility: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.

We are seeking a detail-driven, strategic, and highly organised Hotel Financial Controller with strong hospitality finance experience, ideally from boutique, luxury, or high-end hotel environments. The ideal candidate must demonstrate exceptional financial oversight, analytical ability, leadership capability, and a commitment to supporting operational excellence across the property.
Location: Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
Eligibility: Candidates must be legally allowed to work in South Africa. No work permits available.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

- Lead the full financial function of the hotel in line with Valor Hospitality standards
- Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and rolling financial plans
- Provide strategic financial insights to the General Manager and corporate office
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis, and variance commentary
- Drive cost control, margin optimisation, and financial efficiency across all departments

Accounting & Controls

- Oversee daily accounting functions including AP, AR, banking, reconciliations, and payroll support
- Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and financial records
- Implement and uphold internal control procedures and audit compliance
- Manage balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial accuracy at all times
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and expenditure visibility

Revenue, Stock & Procurement Oversight

- Ensure accurate revenue capture, billing, and night audit processes
- Support revenue management with forecasting, rate strategy analysis, and yield opportunities
- Monitor stock control, cost of sales, procurement processes, and supplier payments
- Implement systems to prevent loss, wastage, or revenue leakage

Operational Collaboration

- Work closely with HODs to align financial performance with operational priorities
- Assist teams in understanding budgets, cost drivers, and productivity targets
- Provide training, tools, and guidance to improve financial awareness across departments
- Support the General Manager with business analysis and decision-making

Compliance & Governance

- Ensure compliance with South African financial legislation, labour regulations, tax requirements, and company policies
- Manage preparation for internal and external audits
- Maintain strict adherence to financial standards, ethics, and reporting guidelines

Qualifications & Experience Required

- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent (essential)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Hotel Financial Controller / Finance Manager within a hotel environment (boutique / luxury experience advantageous)
- Strong understanding of hospitality financial operations, controls, and compliance
- Proficiency in hotel and accounting systems such as OPERA, Micros, SUN, Pastel, or similar
- Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to lead a small finance team and collaborate effectively with operational leaders
- Able to work flexible hours, including month-end close and peak operational periods

What You Can Expect

- Competitive salary package
- Opportunity to work with Valor Hospitality Partners, a leading global management group
- Beautiful, historic working environment in South Africa’s 4th-oldest town
- Professional growth within an international hotel portfolio
- Complimentary meals on duty and uniform provided
If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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