Assistant Finance Manager

ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER Pongola; KwaZulu-Natal | Luxury Safari Lodge An excellent opportunity for a finance professional to build their career within a five-star safari lodge environment. We are looking for an experienced and detail-driven Assistant Finance Manager to support the Finance Manager with the accurate and efficient management of the lodge’s financial function. This is a hands-on finance role covering accounting, creditors and debtors, reconciliations, reporting, stock and cost control, budgeting, cash management and payroll support. THE ROLE Finance & Accounting Support daily financial operations, transaction processing, journals, reconciliations and month-end and year-end procedures while maintaining accurate financial records. Creditors; Debtors & Cash Management Manage supplier invoice processing and reconciliations, assist with payment preparation, monitor debtor accounts and support banking, cash-ups and petty cash controls. Stock & Cost Control Assist with departmental and monthly stock takes, investigate variances and work closely with operational departments to monitor food, beverage, housekeeping and other lodge costs. Reporting & Budgets Assist with management accounts, financial reports, departmental expenditure analysis, budgets, forecasts and cash-flow monitoring. Highlight significant variances and opportunities for improved cost control. Controls & Compliance Ensure financial procedures and authorisation controls are followed, maintain audit-ready documentation and assist with internal and external audits. Operational Support Work closely with management and Heads of Department to provide accurate financial information and ensure operational decisions remain aligned with budgets and financial controls. WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR You’ll bring: Grade 12 / Matric. Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or a related field. 3–5 years’ relevant finance or accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls. Practical experience with creditors, debtors, reconciliations and financial reporting. Strong Microsoft Excel and general computer skills. Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving ability. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet financial deadlines. High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality. Previous experience within a hotel; lodge, resort or hospitality environment is highly advantageous. Luxury lodge experience, stock and cost control, payroll accounting and exposure to hospitality accounting, PMS or POS systems will be an added advantage. The successful candidate must be comfortable working within a remote safari lodge environment and able to support the operational demands of a five-star property. THE DETAILS Location: Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal Environment: Luxury Safari Lodge Remuneration: Market related depending on experience Start Date: ASAP INTERESTED? Send your updated CV to Apply Below