Financial Coordinator

SUMMARY:
An expansive private game reserve in the Zululand region of KwaZulu-Natal, celebrated for its role in Big Five conservation and its rich diversity of habitats, is seeking a proactive and detail-driven FINANCIAL COORDINATOR to join their team

POSITION INFO:
This is a mid-level, live-in office and administrative role with minimal guest contact, reporting to the Regional Finance Manager or Finance Controller. The role demands accuracy and consistency in financial reporting across multiple business units, with a heavier time investment expected around month end and year end. Core Criteria: Minimum 5 years' financial or accounting experience Strong computer literacy, with Excel proficiency essential PANstrat experience preferred SQL knowledge an advantage Excellent attention to detail with numbers and analysis Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines consistently Critical thinking and problem solving ability, with a willingness to take initiative Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Able to work independently as well as within a team Comfortable working under pressure in a demanding, results driven environment Adaptable when working across diverse cultures, languages and skill levels Self motivated, organised and feedback fit Core Responsibilities: Record and manage financial information accurately across all business units Maintain and improve financial standards and discipline throughout the operation Mentor and train the finance trainee, and support training of staff more broadly Meet all finance deadlines, with particular focus at month end and year end Reconcile accounts, including clearing accounts and inter-lodge transactions Ensure correct authorisation and allocation of business expenditure Maintain stock control procedures and assist with stock counts Process supplier invoices and prepare and load creditor payments Complete monthly creditor and debtor reconciliations Balance petty cash and bank reconciliations monthly Compile sustainability statistics and fuel usage sheets accurately Review and train staff on front of house systems Report on capital expenditure against budget Reconcile supplier statements to the general ledger Verify and submit new supplier banking details for payment Process reservations and road transfers for volunteers Run night audits for volunteer bookings Complete monthly HR reporting after month end close Manage monthly group reservation and landing fee invoicing Coordinate stock issues to lodges Ensure VAT is processed correctly Assist with scanning, filing and general administrative duties Interpret and analyse management accounts Support the year end audit process Implement and maintain financial systems and processes across multiple platforms Flag procedural errors to strengthen back of house operations Relieve the financial intern or controller during leave periods On Offer: Permanent, live-in position Transport to and from leave cycles is the successful candidate's own responsibility