Financial Controller (Travel and Tourism) (JB5377)
Bryanston, Gauteng
Market Related (Negotiable)
Permanent

A well-established, international travel and event management company is looking for a detail-oriented, professional and experienced Financial Controller to oversee the full financial function of a dynamic travel division. This role will be based in Bryanston, Gauteng and requires hands-on management of financial transactions, reporting, budgeting, and audit support. The successful candidate will liaise closely with executive leadership to ensure financial compliance, streamline operations, and uphold a strong internal control environment. Occasional international travel may be required

Minimum Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12
Tertiary qualification in Financial Management or Accounting (essential)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial analysis and reporting
Strong working knowledge of Xero and Sage 300 (essential)
Tourplan and Accpac experience (advantageous)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong financial acumen and business insight
High attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to manage sensitive matters with confidentiality and discretion
Valid passport and willingness to travel internationally

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage full financial function for the international travel division
Input all sales and purchase invoices into the accounting system (Xero)
Match and reconcile supplier invoices against statements; resolve discrepancies
Prepare monthly supplier payments and process ad-hoc payments as needed
Review and follow up on outstanding creditors and debtors weekly
Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions daily
Monitor petty cash and expense transactions
Calculate quarterly VAT submissions with support from external service providers
Perform month-end closure and generate management accounts
Load and release relevant payments
Prepare annual budgets and monthly cashflow forecasts
Produce monthly reconciliations and ad-hoc reports as required
Assist with payments for other group entities
Collaborate with the General Manager to streamline finance and operations reconciliation
Update and maintain internal finance policies and procedures
Work closely with external auditors to ensure timely audit completion
Report financial performance weekly and quarterly through business reviews
Maintain consistent communication with executive leadership

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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