Property Financial Manager | Luxury Lodges | Remote (Based in Nelspruit or Surrounding)

Salary: Negotiable DOE

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Property Financial Manager to oversee the financial operations of luxury lodges in a remote setting. This hybrid role offers a balance of on-site presence at the lodges and work-from-home flexibility, providing the opportunity to manage and optimise financial performance across multiple properties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, cost control, and overall financial health of the lodges while supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Controls

• Oversee all property finance functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with group SOPs
  

• Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring correct allocation and adherence to budgets
  

• Manage cash flow, including petty cash and credit card reconciliations
  

• Validate daily revenue submissions and ensure timely, accurate reporting
  

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register and operating equipment assets for both insurance and finance purposes
  

• Oversee inventory management, including variance recounts, workbook validation, and final sign-off on control systems
  

Budgeting, Reporting & Analysis

• Drive and own the annual budget process at property level, collaborating with department heads
  

• Prepare and analyse management accounts, providing variance analysis and actionable insights
  

• Produce flash and project reports to support business decision-making
  

• Support the pricing of extras and ancillary services at property level
  

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure robust internal controls are in place and adhered to, in line with group standards
  

• Assist with annual external audits and ensure all supporting documentation is accurate and available
  

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the key finance link between the property and the support office team
  

• Work closely with HR on gratuities, staff deductions, and payroll-related finance matters
  

• Support operational teams with financial guidance and training as needed
  

Requirements:

• Education: B.Com degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
  

• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in finance, with at least 2 years in the hospitality sector
  

• Systems: Advanced proficiency in MS Office; experience with Sage Software (Intacct preferred)
  

• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  

• Personal Attributes: Proactive, collaborative, and able to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders
  

• Ability to work independently in a hybrid/remote setting, with flexibility to spend some days on-site at lodges
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for this opportunity.