Financial Controller

5 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa MORE Collection Full time R120 000 - R180 000 per year

Cape Cadogan and Upper Union are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in two of Cape Town's most iconic properties, ensuring financial excellence and supporting unforgettable guest experiences.

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 analyze 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.
  • Manage gate fees, coupons, and levies, ensuring proper allocation and reconciliation.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the key finance link between the property and the support office procurement 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.
MAXIMIZING YOUR IMPACT AS A MEMBER OF THE MORE FAMILY COLLECTION
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Guest focus philosophy, living the MORE brand and driving the MORE experience.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication.
  • Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control.
  • Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & solution seeking skills.
  • Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required.
  • Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible.
  • Must work accurately under pressure.
  • People skills – tolerance, patience, and care, ability to receive constructive feedback openly.

We create opportunities and experiences for people to enrich their lives. Our values guide our behaviours and how we act, and they help us find the right partnerships for growth:
Be AWARE (the "thoughtful" value) Eyes and ears open Arrive ready Be human
Respond GENEROUSLY (the "more" value)Always respond Give more, do more Have a mindset of abundance
Strength in DIVERSITY (the "family" value)Act in harmony Work together Act inclusively
Make it BETTER (the "continuous improvement" value) Positively influence Keep learning Own it

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