Job Description

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Accountant & Human Capital Administrator - Luxury Safari Lodge | Hoedspruit
Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience | Live-In
Location: Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant & Human Capital Administrator to join a prestigious luxury safari lodge located in the Hoedspruit area. This dual-role position is ideal for a highly motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic, remote environment and possesses both strong financial and HR administration skills.
Key Characteristics:
Diligent self-starter with a high level of attention to detail
Operationally minded with a keen interest in how lodge processes impact financial reporting
Highly numerate and analytical with strong financial acumen
Demonstrated leadership skills and a collaborative team approach
Results-focused while adaptable to diverse personalities and environments
Ethical, principled, and professional in all interactions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Adaptable to the cultural and social values of a remote luxury hospitality environment
Experience & Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years' management experience (essential)
Previous experience in luxury lodge or tour operations finance (advantageous)
BComm Accounting degree or similar qualification
Valid RSA driver's licence
Experience in human resources functions
Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems
Experience with Sage People; SQL and MS Access an advantage
Accounting Duties:
Accurate financial recording and management across all business units
Monitor financial controls and conduct internal audits within the lodges
Maintain and enhance financial standards and ensure finance deadlines are met
Train staff across various skill levels and backgrounds
Interpret and analyse monthly management accounts
Conduct monthly finance meetings to review financial performance
Authorise and allocate business expenditure correctly
Reconcile accounts, including inter-lodge and clearing accounts
Manage and support stock control procedures and assist in stock counts
Develop, review and implement financial systems and procedures
Oversee and assist with budgeting and forecasting
Assist with year-end audits and general finance queries
Track capital expenditure against budgets
Monitor sustainability data and compile related reports and graphs
Ensure business compliance (e.g., liquor licence, business licence)
Maintain fixed asset registers and fleet monitoring
Analyse and track maintenance spending
Assist with the implementation and integration of financial systems
Human Capital Duties:
Administer payroll processes, including new hires, terminations, and adjustments
Ensure UIF documentation is processed with the Department of Labour
Prepare and reconcile payroll for managerial sign-off
Maintain accurate employee files and handle staff queries
Produce monthly human capital reports
Organise and report on quarterly Employment Equity (EE) forums
Assist with annual EE reporting and training requirements
Maintain systems and records related to human resources functions
Support and implement human capital projects as needed
Ad Hoc Tasks:
Lead or support projects as identified from time to time
Balance commercial and technical financial requirements
Resolve complex operational and financial challenges under pressure
To apply, please send your CV to Kendrick Recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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