Overview
as controller, you’ll partner closely with the general manager, ownership and leadership team to deliver exceptional financial performance, ensure compliance, and support sustainable growth. This role is suitable for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and brings a strategic yet hands-on approach.
responsibilities
* lead the finance function across all hotel operations (rooms, food & beverage, events, and more).
* provide financial insights and recommendations to support commercial decision-making.
* oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and monthly reporting.
* ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal controls, and company policies.
* manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* partner with department heads to maximize revenue, manage costs, and drive profitability.
* fully responsible for all activities of the entire accounting staff who are responsible for payroll, gl, ap, ar.
* responsible for all tax filings with regulatory agencies.
* ensure adequate coverage for the financial accounting teams; oversee the supervision of staff, including work allocation, scheduling, training and problem resolution.
* on a monthly basis, review all expenditures, financial reports and other information provided to department heads to ensure accuracy including balance sheet and profit and loss reconciliations by account.
* on a monthly basis, participate in the month end process of reviewing preliminary financial statements with department heads and resolve any unknown or unexplained items, acting as a liaison between accounting and department heads.
* ensure company expenditure disbursements comply with company policies and have been authorized and classified correctly.
* liaise with it to resolve any system problems related to financial systems.
* coordinate activities with external and internal auditors.
* conduct internal audits of data to ensure accuracy and integrity.
* establish or recommend to management major financial objectives and policies for the hotel; keep leadership and other departments informed of status of activities and of significant events and problems by attending meetings, submitting reports, and meeting individually as necessary.
* any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
* we recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that we may need to provide lateral service; on occasion, call for team members to perform related tasks to provide exceptional guest service.
qualifications
* ba or bs degree with emphasis in accounting, business, finance or economics is preferred.
* minimum (5) years of experience in a senior finance role within hospitality, hotels, or a related industry.
* a strong understanding of hotel operations, revenue management, and f&b cost controls.
* excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* strategic thinker with the ability to get hands-on when required.
* passionate about hospitality, with a drive to contribute to hyde’s culture and success.
* experience in hospitality, restaurants accounting preferred.
* proficient understanding of computer systems such as: opera, microsoft word, excel & outlook.
* must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand spanish and english.
* knowledge of local and tax law.
what’s in it for you
* the opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
* the chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
* become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
* a competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
* discounts across the entire ennismore family of brands.
job details
* seniority level: mid-senior level
* employment type: full-time
* job function: accounting/auditing and finance
* industries: hospitality
hyde johannesburg rosebank is part of ennismore, a creative hotel group. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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