Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH001874/Dom.K

Date posted:

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

NEG DOE

SUMMARY:
An exclusive 5-star boutique property in the heart of Cape Town is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented FINANCIAL MANAGER to oversee the full financial function of their property.

POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality finance, excellent leadership skills, and a hands-on approach to ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Controls

Oversee all property finance functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with group SOPs.
Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring correct allocation and adherence to budgets.
Manage cash flow, including petty cash and credit card reconciliations.
Validate daily revenue submissions and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register and operating equipment assets for both insurance and finance purposes.
Oversee inventory management, including variance recounts, workbook validation, and final sign-off on control systems.

Budgeting, Reporting & Analysis

Drive and own the annual budget process at property level, collaborating with department heads.
Prepare and analyze management accounts, providing variance analysis and actionable insights.
Produce flash and project reports to support business decision-making.
Support the pricing of extras and ancillary services at property level.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure robust internal controls are in place and adhered to, in line with group standards.
Assist with annual external audits and ensure all supporting documentation is accurate and available.
Manage gate fees, coupons, and levies, ensuring proper allocation and reconciliation.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Act as the key finance link between the property and the support office procurement team.
Work closely with HR on gratuities, staff deductions, and payroll-related finance matters.
Support operational teams with financial guidance and training as needed.

Requirements

Education: B.Com degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in finance, with at least 2 years in the hospitality sector.
Systems: Advanced proficiency in MS Office; experience with Sage Software (Intacct preferred).
Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Personal Attributes: Proactive, collaborative, and able to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication.
Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control.
Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & solution seeking skills.
Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required.
Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible.
Must work accurately under pressure.
People skills – tolerance, patience, and care, ability to receive constructive feedback openly.

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