Finance Manager for a brand new bush based property opening in June 2026

Location

KwaZulu Natal, Zululand District, Pongola

Job Type

Permanent, Full-Time Start Date Feb 2026

Primary Industry

Travel, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality

Job Summary

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial activities within the organisation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial management. This role plays a critical part in the financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis to support business objectives in the travel, leisure, tourism and hospitality sector. The Finance Manager collaborates closely with senior management to drive financial performance and support operational efficiency.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily financial operations including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Develop, implement and maintain financial policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports for management and statutory purposes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity and working capital to ensure the organisation maintains adequate financial health.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax consultants and regulatory bodies as required.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, supporting business decision-making and strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation, accounting standards and company policies.
• Support and advise on financial aspects of business development, projects and investments within the travel, leisure, tourism and hospitality context.
• Supervise and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Required Qualifications

• A recognised professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the travel, leisure, tourism or hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in managing financial operations, budgeting and reporting.
• Experience in leading audits and ensuring compliance with statutory and tax requirements.
• Demonstrable experience in financial analysis, forecasting and strategic financial planning.
• Supervisory experience in managing and developing a finance team.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles and best practises.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in financial management software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Sound knowledge of the travel, leisure, tourism and hospitality sectors is advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems specific to the hospitality or tourism sectors.
• Knowledge of South African tax legislation and labour laws relevant to the industry.

This will be a live in role.

Please email CVs to *****@*****.co.za