Financial Accountant | Luxury Property Group | Bryanston | Lb

Financial Accountant | Luxury Property Group | Bryanston Salary: R40,000 per month + benefits (CTC, including medical aid) Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Financial Accountant to join a luxury property group based in Bryanston. This role is ideal for a self-driven professional with strong leadership and analytical skills, capable of managing a finance team while working independently and ensuring financial compliance and accuracy across multiple properties. Minimum Requirements: • 2–4 years’ experience as a Financial Accountant or Manager within the hospitality industry • Matric required; further accounting/finance qualifications advantageous • Valid RSA ID • Strong leadership, commercial awareness, and attention to detail • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel • Experience with SAGE ONE; VIP Payroll/Payspace; CIMSO system knowledge advantageous Key Responsibilities: Financial Control & Analysis • Assist in developing and maintaining financial controls across all aspects of the business • Analyse and interpret monthly financial accounts for each property, reporting anomalies to the Group CEO • Compile variance reports on budget overspends and highlight discrepancies or policy changes • Prepare and present monthly financial packs and weekly financial reports to the Finance Manager Audit & Compliance • Oversee year-end audits for all properties • Ensure compliance with financial manuals, checklists, and procedures; draft new policies as required for CEO approval • Maintain accurate documentation of employee files, contracts, leave schedules, payroll, medical aid, provident fund, and statutory compliance Team Leadership & Development • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, improving skill levels and promoting job satisfaction • Support operations managers and general managers in budgeting, scheduling, and financial planning to ensure efficient and profitable operations System Management • Maintain and utilise accounting and payroll systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency • Ensure timely updates and correct usage of SAGE ONE, VIP Payroll, and other relevant platforms This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to take ownership of finance operations within a reputable luxury property group. Please note: Only candidates who meet the listed requirements will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.