We are now recruiting for our client located along the Timbavati river in the Kruger National Park for a Junior Administrator to join their team. This is a live in position Salary R 12 000 to R 15 000

We are now recruiting for our client located along the Timbavati river in the Kruger National Park for a Senior Administrator to join their team. 

Requirements:
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a hospitality administration role
• Strong organisational, planning, and time-management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with PMS/booking systems advantageous
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Professional, proactive, and approachable
• Valid driver’s licence advantageous

Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily administrative operations of the lodge
• Manage guest correspondence, bookings, and invoicing
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and filing systems
• Coordinate with lodge departments to support seamless guest experiences
• Assist management with budgets, reporting, and forecasting
• Supervise junior administration staff and provide guidance
• Handle ad hoc administrative projects and operational tasks as required   To apply please send your full updated cv with supporting documents and contactable references to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za

Our client a Resorts Management Company is seeking an experienced individual to manage and oversee financial accounting, reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and internal controls for a hospitality establishment (hotel, resort, lodge, restaurant group, or hospitality management company). Ensures accurate financial information to support operational decision-making and business performance. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Perform month-end close processes (journals, accruals, prepayments, depreciation).
• Maintain general ledger accuracy.
• Produce weekly and monthly financial reports for management.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Oversee AP processing (supplier invoices, purchase orders, GRNs).
• Ensure timely supplier payments and maintain supplier reconciliations.
• Oversee AR billing, credit control, and debt collection.
• Cash & Banking
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity.
• Ensure proper cash-handling procedures (front office, bars, restaurants, petty cash).
• Revenue & Cost Control (Hospitality-specific)
• Verify daily revenue reports from PMS/POS systems (Opera, Micros, GAAP, etc.).
• Review room revenue, F&B revenue, banqueting/events income.
• Monitor cost of sales and inventory movements (food, beverage, consumables).
• Support stock takes and variance analysis.
• Taxation & Compliance
• Prepare VAT calculations and submissions.
• Ensure compliance with hospitality and finance regulations.
• Liaise with auditors during internal and external audits.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Assist with annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Support operational teams (F&B, Rooms, Front Office, Events) with cost insights.
• Internal Controls
• Ensure strong controls around revenue, procurement, stock, cash, and assets.
• Enforce company financial policies and SOPs.

  Systems & Technology Work with hospitality systems such as:

• PMS: Opera, Apex
• POS: Micros, GAAP, Pilot
• Accounting: Pastel, Sage
• Ensure data integrity between systems.

  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification or studying toward: SAIPA, SAICA, ACCA (advantage).
• Hospitality finance experience preferred.

  Experience

• Minimum 2–4 years accounting experience (hospitality experience strongly preferred).
• Experience with PMS/POS integration and hospitality financial processes.
• Experience with stock control, food & beverage cost systems, and revenue controls.

  Skills & Competencies Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations).
• Experience with hospitality systems and accounting software.

  Behavioral Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High integrity and commitment to financial discipline.

Working Conditions

• Hospitality environment (hotel/lodge/restaurant group).
• Rotational or extended hours during peak seasons, month-end, or audits.
• On-site presence required; occasional weekend/public holiday work depending
• on operations.

  Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

  If you are a results-driven finance professional with a passion for hospitality and operational excellence, we invite you to apply and join our client’s team by sending your CV to ronel@cedar-wood.co.za Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 day’s of application. If you don’t get contacted, please regard your CV as not shortlisted.

We are now recruiting for our client, a Luxury Lodge located next to the Timbavati River for a Sous Pastry Chef Salary R 15000 to R 18000 DOE Requirements Pastry Diploma 3 years in a similar position at a 5 star establishment with fine dining background HACCP/Food Safety Certification This is a live in position To apply please send your full updated cv with pastry portfolio, all supporting documents and Contactable references to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za

We are now recruiting for our client, a Luxury Lodge located along the Timbavati River for an Assistant Lodge Management couple to assist in the running of the lodge A minimum of 3 years of work experience in a well-recognized five -star lodge in a similar position   The combination of the couple should consist of the following skills Food and Beverage management Strong Maintenance Guest Service orientated Strong Admin Housekeeping management Guest Experience orientated The position is live in Salary R 35000 to R 40 000     To apply please mail your full updated cvs to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za