Bryanston: Zmo 17576 – Accountant (Hospitality) posted by Professional Career Services

Employer Description Game Lodge Group Job Description A hospitality group is seeking a skilled and self-driven Accountant to join its finance team. This role supports multiple properties within a time-share environment and requires strong financial acumen, leadership ability and a hands-on approach to operational finance. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting Maintain and strengthen financial controls across all units. Assist Finance, Operations, and General Managers with budgets, schedules and operational programmes. Analyze monthly financial accounts for each property and report anomalies to senior leadership. Prepare monthly financial packs and weekly financial reports. Compile variance reports on budget overspends and highlight discrepancies or policy changes. Oversee year-end audits and ensure adherence to financial manuals and checklists. Draft new financial policies and procedures for executive approval. Team Leadership & Development Ensure admin and accounting staff understand performance expectations. Improve skills levels within the accounting team. Promote job satisfaction and oversee training and development initiatives. Personnel Administration Maintain personnel files, contracts, leave schedules and benefits (Medical Aid, Provident Fund). Manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Conduct internal audits of employee documentation. Qualifications 2–4 years’ experience as a Financial Accountant or Finance Manager within the hospitality industry. Matric required; further financial qualifications are advantageous. Valid RSA ID. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills. Experience with SAGE One. Proficient in VIP Payroll / Payspace. Working knowledge of CIMSO is an advantage. Skills Strong background in supervising finance teams. Commercially astute with strong leadership qualities. Benefits Medical Aid included in CTC