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Financial Accountant – Cape Town

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing financial reporting, compliance, and team operations to support business profitability and improve financial standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting for F&B and hotel departments
• Manage payroll costs and productivity tracking
• Investigate variances and compile forecasts and budgets
• Handle invoice processing, payments, and credit notes
• Coordinate stock control, asset management, and capex tracking
• Ensure compliance with tax and accounting standards
• Manage internal and external audits and reporting packs
• Advise on risks and performance improvements

Compliance Duties

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax laws, and statutory returns
• Implement and monitor financial controls
• Maintain risk registers and insurance declarations
• Guide teams on process updates and regulations

People Management

• Manage staff attendance, performance, and onboarding
• Identify and close skill gaps through training and coaching
• Recruit and retain skilled finance professionals

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with Shared Services Centre for all transactions
• Work closely with business managers on financial results
• Present financial insights and risks to leadership

Requirements

• B.Com Honours (CTA) with completed Articles
• Minimum 5 years’ financial management experience
• Hospitality or gaming industry experience is a plus

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax law, and financial systems
• Proficient in MS Office; IFS Finance knowledge is an advantage
• Experience with stock control and financial reporting tools

Work Conditions

• Must be available for shifts that match business needs

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in line with SISA’s internal policies and Employment Equity Act.