Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
A luxury safari and hospitality operation in Limpopo is seeking a highly experienced Financial Manager to oversee the financial management and reporting across multiple properties and business operations.
This senior position requires a commercially astute finance professional with extensive financial management experience, strong leadership ability and a proven track record in managing complex hospitality or multi-property operations. The successful candidate will ensure sound financial controls, accurate reporting, effective budgeting and overall financial performance.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS: - Extensive experience in a senior financial management role - Previous experience within hospitality, tourism, game lodges or multi-property operations advantageous - Relevant financial qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, BCom Accounting or equivalent) - Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles and reporting - Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning - Strong understanding of cash flow management, cost control and profitability - Experience managing multiple entities, properties or departments - Knowledge of VAT, taxation, statutory compliance and financial regulations - Strong financial analysis and commercial acumen - Experience managing and developing finance teams - Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency - Exceptional organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills - High levels of integrity, accuracy and attention to detail KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee the complete financial function across multiple properties and operations - Manage monthly management accounts and financial reporting - Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans - Monitor revenue, expenditure, cash flow and profitability - Implement and maintain effective financial controls and procedures - Analyse financial performance and identify areas for improvement - Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll and reconciliations - Manage VAT, tax submissions and statutory compliance - Monitor departmental budgets and operational costs - Oversee procurement controls, stock management and financial procedures - Manage banking relationships and cash flow requirements - Lead, supervise and develop the finance team - Provide financial guidance and strategic reporting to senior management and ownership - Ensure accurate, timely and reliable financial information across all operations PACKAGE: - Salary: To be advised (TBA), depending on experience and qualifications LOCATION: Limpopo