About Chobe Marina Lodge
Riverfront safari lodge offering accommodation, river cruises, F&B, retail and conferencing. We combine authentic wildlife experiences with high operational and financial standards.
Riverfront safari lodge offering accommodation, river cruises, F&B, retail and conferencing. We combine authentic wildlife experiences with high operational and financial standards.
Role overview
Lead the lodge finance function: manage cash, creditors, debtors, stock and statutory compliance; prepare timely management accounts and forecasts; support year-end audit; and supervise a small accounts team to ensure accurate financial control and commercial support to operations.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Kasane
- Category: Finance
- Closing Date: 2026-05-22
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis and cashflow forecasts.
- Maintain daily cashbook, bank reconciliations and petty cash controls.
- Manage guest ledger, corporate/tour operator invoicing and collections.
- Process supplier invoices, ensure timely payments and reconcile supplier statements.
- Oversee monthly stock counts, valuation, variance investigation and reorder controls for F&B, bar and retail.
- Maintain fixed asset register, prepare capex summaries and support audits.
- Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, WHT and other statutory returns.
- Lead and develop the accounts team; coordinate with operations and procurement.
Requirements
- Qualification: Bachelor in Accounting or equivalent; Must be a BICA member.
- Experience: 3-5 years’ accounting experience, ideally in hospitality or lodge operations.
- Skills: Strong Excel; experience with Pastel/Sage similar; familiarity with PMS/POS advantageous.
- Attributes: Attention to detail, resilience under seasonal pressure, strong communication, problem solving and stakeholder management.
- Month-end and statutory submissions on time.
- GL coding accuracy ≥95%.
- Overdue debtors ≤3% of receivables.
- Stock reconciled by the 5th of each month; acceptable shrinkage and variance controls.
- Zero statutory penalties.
How to Apply
Send CV and a brief cover letter to hr@chobemarinalodge.com with the subject Unit Financial Manager – Application. Include earliest available start date and two professional references. Applications close 22 May 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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