South Africa: Financial Controller 4120R posted by What Next Recruitment

Hotel Financial Controller We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller. You will report to the General Manager and company CFO. Key Responsibilities: Manage journal entries, invoices, reconciliations, and other items to ensure accurate monthly and annual closings. Ensure timely billing of all direct bill accounts with complete documentation and accurate invoices. Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, and payroll within required timeframes. Maximize hotel cash flow performance through strict controls on inventory, credit, collections, disbursements, deposits, and remittances. Prepare, analyse, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure a smooth and timely month-end closing process. Formulate, implement, and verify internal controls and policies to meet statutory and company requirements. Support both internal and external audits with complete and accurate documentation. Monitor transaction flow from POS and PMS systems to prevent revenue leakage. Build financial awareness among operational managers through guidance and reporting. Requirements: BCom Degree in Finances. Minimum 5–7 years’ finance experience, with at least 3 years as a Financial Controller within a multi-unit resort. Accounting software proficiency, preferably SAGE. MS Office Knowledge of Inventory, Property Management and Point of Sale Systems Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in a hotel environment. Able to work extended hours, weekends and holidays as required to meet deadlines. Able to carry out tasks independently and accurately. Please forward a full up to date CV