Company: Kruger Untamed: Tshokwane River Camp
Location: Mpumalanga. Hybrid – partly remote (work from home), partly office based in Skukuza (Kruger National Park) and periodic travel to Satara and Tshokwane camps
Job level: Snr- level
Type: Full-time
Dates: 01 March 2025
Job description
As a Financial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting senior management and the CFO by overseeing, coordinating, and directing accounting and financial reporting activities for Kruger Untamed and the Knysna camp upon its opening. This role combines remote work with on-site responsibilities at our group offices in Skukuza Rest Camp for a specified number of days per month and periodic travel to the camps during their operating seasons.
Key Responsibilities
– Establish and maintain robust financial systems, policies, and internal controls tailored to the unique operations of Kruger Untamed and other seasonal camps.
– Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure operational sustainability.
– Prepare and present monthly management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reports to senior management.
– Coordinate with HR, senior management, and payroll providers to process payroll accurately and efficiently.
– Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, petty cash, expense reporting and payment processing.
– Supervise operational processes for monthly stock counts, inventory management, and reconciliation.
– Manage the maintenance and reconciliation of fixed asset registers.
– Ensure compliance with South African tax regulations, accounting standards, and legal requirements, including VAT reconciliations and submissions.
– Liaise with external auditors for annual statutory audits.
– Analyse financial performance and provide actionable insights to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.
– Support strategic decision-making with accurate financial data and recommendations.
– Handle other financial responsibilities within the group as required.
Requirements:
– A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (professional certifications are advantageous).
– Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, preferably within the hospitality or tourism industry.
– Ability to work in a team and adaptable to changes/uncertainties
– Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
– Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
– Experience working in remote or wilderness locations is advantageous.
– A passion for the African wilderness and a commitment to sustainable tourism.
What We Offer:
– Competitive Salary & Benefits Package: We value our team and offer a compensation package that reflects this.
– Dynamic Work Environment: A combination of remote work and opportunities to be immersed in the iconic wilderness of South Africa.
– Professional Growth: We support your career development with opportunities to grow within our expanding group.
– Impactful Work: Be part of a pioneering team shaping world-class luxury tourism experiences in breathtaking locations.
To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter with an updated CV to Jobs@krugershalati.com.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 21 working days – please consider your application unsuccessful. Kruger Untamed: Tshokwane River Camp reserves the right not to fill the position, to postpone or re-advertise the role.
About Us
Motsamayi Tourism Group is a leader in the African tourism and hospitality sector, renowned for its commitment to creating unforgettable guest experiences that celebrate the continent’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and sustainability. With a growing portfolio of unique properties and experiences, we strive to redefine luxury tourism through innovation, authenticity, and excellence.
Kruger Untamed, part of the Motsamayi Tourism Group, consists of two brand-new luxury seasonal tented camps situated in the heart of the Kruger National Park. These camps are designed to offer an unparalleled blend of untamed wilderness and refined hospitality, providing guests with an immersive experience that connects them to Africa’s ancestral heritage.
Each camp, with 30 exquisitely appointed tents, is strategically located near Tshokwane and Satara and operates seasonally from May to September. Additionally, the group is planning the launch of a luxury seasonal tented camp in the Knysna Forest, expected to operate from November to April.
We are seeking a dedicated Accountant to oversee and streamline financial operations for these exceptional properties.
