Finance Officer for Travel Group

Cape Town, Western Cape

R15 000 – R25 000 a month - Full-time

Cape Town, Western Cape

R15 000 – R25 000 a month

Job details

Pay

• R15 000 – R25 000 a month

Job type

• Full-time

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape

Full job description

Job Purpose:

The Finance Officer at our client who is a Travel group offering services like safari bookings, hotel reservations, marketing services and destination management services i is responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations within the organization, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounts processing, ledger management, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Transactions: Process and prepare financial and business forms to check account balances, facilitate purchases, etc.
• Document Management: Maintain accurate and secure financial records in compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Accounts Management: Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank statements, and deliver financial reports.
• Budgeting Support: Assist in budget preparation and manage expenses for assigned accounts.
• Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports reflecting the organization’s financial status.
• Audit Support: Assist with both internal and external auditing procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial laws and regulations, staying updated on recent changes.
• Cash Handling: Oversee the organization's cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with clients, vendors, and banks, and handle related correspondence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Proven experience in a finance role.
• Working experience using Zero (essential)
• Working experience on Tourplan (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is an advantage.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a similar role.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures.
• Experience using Zero
• Advanced skills in MS Excel.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles.

High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills