Hoedspruit: Accountant & Human Capital Administrator – Luxury Safari Lodge – Hoedspruit | Lb posted by HotelJobs

Accountant & Human Capital Administrator Luxury Safari Lodge | Hoedspruit Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience | Live-In Location: Hoedspruit, Limpopo Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant & Human Capital Administrator to join a prestigious luxury safari lodge located in the Hoedspruit area. This dual-role position is ideal for a highly motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic, remote environment and possesses both strong financial and HR administration skills. Key Characteristics: Diligent self-starter with a high level of attention to detail Operationally minded with a keen interest in how lodge processes impact financial reporting Highly numerate and analytical with strong financial acumen Demonstrated leadership skills and a collaborative team approach Results-focused while adaptable to diverse personalities and environments Ethical; principled, and professional in all interactions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Adaptable to the cultural and social values of a remote luxury hospitality environment Experience & Qualifications: Minimum 4 years’ management experience (essential) Previous experience in luxury lodge or tour operations finance (advantageous) BComm Accounting degree or similar qualification Valid RSA drivers licence Experience in human resources functions Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems Experience with Sage People; SQL and MS Access an advantage Core Responsibilities: Accounting Duties: Accurate financial recording and management across all business units Monitor financial controls and conduct internal audits within the lodges Maintain and enhance financial standards and ensure finance deadlines are met Train staff across various skill levels and backgrounds Interpret and analyse monthly management accounts Conduct monthly finance meetings to review financial performance Authorise and allocate business expenditure correctly Reconcile accounts, including inter-lodge and clearing accounts Manage and support stock control procedures and assist in stock counts Develop; review and implement financial systems and procedures Oversee and assist with budgeting and forecasting Assist with year-end audits and general finance queries Track capital expenditure against budgets Monitor sustainability data and compile related reports and graphs Ensure business compliance (e.g., liquor licence, business licence) Maintain fixed asset registers and fleet monitoring Analyse and track maintenance spending Assist with the implementation and integration of financial systems Human Capital Duties: Administer payroll processes, including new hires, terminations, and adjustments Ensure UIF documentation is processed with the Department of Labour Prepare and reconcile payroll for managerial sign-off Maintain accurate employee files and handle staff queries Produce monthly human capital reports Organise and report on quarterly Employment Equity (EE) forums Assist with annual EE reporting and training requirements Maintain systems and records related to human resources functions Support and implement human capital projects as needed Ad Hoc Tasks: Lead or support projects as identified from time to time Balance commercial and technical financial requirements Resolve complex operational and financial challenges under pressure To apply ; please send your CV to Kendrick Recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.