Financial Controller

SUMMARY:
Incredible Conservation and Responsible Tourism focused Travel Agency is looking for a FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

POSITION INFO:
Candidate requirements;

• A Diploma or Degree in Finance would be a plus
• Proficiency in using Tourplan or Hubspot would be a plus
• Must have financial expertise
• In-depth understanding of Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Excellent proficiency with Sage Accounting Software
• Strong understanding of South African tax laws and financial regulations (VAT, PAYE, UIF, etc.)
• A passion for travel in Africa and some traveling already under the belt
• A minimum of five years of experience in a safari-related finance role
• Handle admin with aplomb – amaze us with your analytical skills, organization, focus on accuracy and efficiency
• Fluent in English
• Good communication skills

• Assist your travel team with financial processes and duties to ensure a seamless experience for our travel clients.
• Absolute dedication to supporting our finance team and safari consultants with quoting, invoicing, administration, bookkeeping, and responding to queries
• Invoice reconciliation to supplier payments daily. Identify discrepancies and resolve banking issues with the relevant institutions, as well as maintain accurate data entry for all financial transactions.
• Innovate across the financial team to improve financial systems and processes to support the growth of our team, ensuring they can scale effectively as we expand.
• Assist with travel expense reimbursements for employees and liaise with the Finance department as necessary.
• Assist with payroll processing, ensuring all employee deductions and payments are accurate.
• Maintain employee financial records and liaise with our finance team for employee-related financial queries.
• Ensure compliance with South African tax regulations (VAT, PAYE, UIF, etc.).
• Assist with statutory audits and prepare documentation for SARS (South African Revenue Service) as required.
• Stay updated on financial and tax-related regulations.
• Process and monitor all incoming invoices and payments.
• Support the finance team in reconciling accounts payable and receivable balances.
• Support the finance team to ensure timely supplier payments and follow up on outstanding client balances.
• Support the finance team and consultants in liaising with suppliers and properties
• Provide a high level of accuracy in financial analysis, reporting, and data management.