Job DescriptionAbout the BrandWOLO Travel is on a mission to create affordable and unforgettable experiences across the globe. We excite our customers with engaging content and incredible products - inspiring them to book holidays either instore, by phone or online. The WOLO Travel team is young, dynamic and resourceful and live by the ethos - We Only Live Once!About the OpportunityAs the Finance Manager at WOLO Travel, you will take charge of the day-to-day financial management of our South African division while overseeing the financial operations of our global businesses, including Thailand, China, and Singapore. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the administrators of each market, who act as liaisons with our local finance partners. Your responsibility will be to ensure that financial operations are seamlessly executed in accordance with the deadlines and requirements of regulatory authorities. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the FM will also contribute regularly to projects and the overall strategic direction of WOLO Travel by being part of the company's Management team.RequirementsExperience & QualificationsDegree level qualifications or higherCA or CPA or equivalent with 3-5 years post qualification experienceExperience and knowledge of complex accounting packagesPractical general finance and accounting experience in a foreign invested businessStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAudit experience be an added advantageOur ideal candidate would have:Understanding and alignment with WOLO Travel's culture and valuesPassion and willingness to travelPractical general finance and accounting experience in Travel Industry will be an added advantageA high level of knowledge of Excel spreadsheetsDemonstrated leadership with ability to be both hands on and manage a teamAbility to work under pressure & meet deadlines while maintaining accuracyAbility to show initiative and communicate any relevant issuesOutstanding organisational skills, tenacity and attention to detailAbility to work with Xero, Moonstride or different softwareGood commercial acumenMust be honest and trustworthyThe responsibilities of the positionOversee the finances, management accounts and audits of all related companiesEnsure the companies consolidated accounts are accurate and submitted on timeAccounting process managementFinancial Reporting, Statutory Compliance and Corporate GovernanceMaintain accurate records of accounting transactionsManagement of External Review process & process intercompany transactions timeouslyBudgeting & ForecastingFinance Team ManagementBusiness Performance ManagementAcquisitions and Investment AppraisalBenefits& Other InformationHome base is in the Cape Town CBD and applicant must provide own transportWOLO Travel offers a structured hybrid Work-from-home, Work-from-office environmentEvery employee receives a Guaranteed 10 WOLO Weekends (Long Weekends) a yearWork remotely for overseas for up to a month annuallyPaid maternity & parental leave.WOLO Travel is a lifestyle brand that with a commitment to "Working to Live, not Living to Work!"
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