Unit Accountant

Unit Accountant | Luxury 5-Star Seaside Hotel | Hermanus, Western Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Unit Accountant to join a prestigious 5-star seaside hotel in Hermanus. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong hospitality background to become part of a luxury property and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial controls and supporting the overall financial performance of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the property.
  
  

  
  


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  Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounting documentation.
  
  

  
  


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  Process and reconcile daily financial transactions.
  
  

  
  


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  Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
  
  

  
  


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  Prepare and analyse financial reports, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  
  

  
  


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  Monitor income, expenses, debtors, creditors and cash flow.
  
  

  
  


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  Conduct regular balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
  
  

  
  


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  Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
  
  

  
  


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  Monitor departmental expenditure and identify variances or areas requiring attention.
  
  

  
  


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  Ensure invoices, payments and financial documentation are processed accurately and timeously.
  
  

  
  


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  Maintain strong financial controls and ensure adherence to company accounting procedures.
  
  

  
  


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  Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation when required.
  
  

  
  


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  Work closely with operational departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  
  

  
  


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  Provide management with relevant financial information and insights to support informed decision-making.
  
  

  
  


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  Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies and internal procedures.
  
  

  
  

Requirements:

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  Previous experience in an accounting role within the luxury hospitality or hotel industry is highly advantageous.
  
  

  
  


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  Relevant accounting or finance qualification.
  
  

  
  


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  Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
  
  

  
  


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  Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
  
  

  
  


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  High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

  
  


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  Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
  
  

  
  


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  Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  
  

  
  


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  Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational teams.
  
  

  
  


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  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

  
  


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  Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  
  

  
  


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  Professional, reliable and solutions-driven approach.
  
  

  
  

Salary: R25,000 – R30,000 per month

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a luxury 5-star seaside property in Hermanus and contribute to the efficient and successful management of its financial operations.

To apply: Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to send their CV to apply for the role.