Senior Financial Consultant

Senior Financial Consultant (Fixed-Term Contract)

• Hybrid
• Cape Town , Western Cape , South Africa
• Go2
  
  Africa

About Go2

Africa

Go2

Africa is Africa’s trusted tailor‑made safari specialist, with more than 25 years of experience creating deeply personal journeys across the continent. We combine first‑hand African expertise, specialist regional knowledge, trusted local relationships and dedicated support to help travellers experience the Africa that’s right for them.

Home to 21 Condé Nast Traveller Specialists - more than any other African safari company - Go2

Africa is recognised by Condé Nast Traveller, Travel + Leisure and the World Travel Awards, and trusted by thousands of travellers around the world.

As part of the B Corp‑certified Nawiri Group, we generate funding through travel and long‑term partnerships, working alongside trusted local organisations to strengthen landscapes, support livelihoods and help people and wildlife thrive together.

At the heart of Go2

Africa is a team of people who care deeply about Africa, our travellers and the work we do, each playing a part in creating the exceptional journeys and experiences we’re known for.

Role Summary

This role is responsible for supporting finance function, for one of the Group’s operating brands to drive performance, profitability, and sustainable growth. The role reports into the Financial Manager and Group CFO and acts as a key advisor to the relevant stakeholders.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Overseeing the Finance Function & Financial Reporting

Ensuring accuracy and completeness of the monthly accounting records through reviews of the monthly management accounts and reporting packs.

Drive continuous improvement and standardisation of financial reporting processes and controls.

Ensure alignment and compliance with Group reporting requirements, timelines, and accounting policies.

Manage and capture all debtor receipts

Check bank statements for receipts daily, notify clients and consultants and capture in the travel management & accounting system.

Capture & reconcile credit card receipts from the gateway on a weekly basis.

Capture all receipts of direct deposits and manual credit card payments in the travel management & accounting system.

Financial Analysis & Strategic Decision Support

Provide proactive, insight-driven financial analysis to support decision-making

Provide brand-specific insights while contributing to Group-level financial analysis and performance reviews

Support financial evaluation of new business opportunities, including acquisitions, partnerships, and expansion initiatives

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

Monthly review of the company’s performance against budget/targets and quarterly reforecasting in response to any identified changes in budget/forecast inputs.

Monthly cashflow projections.

Incorporate expansion initiatives and newly acquired businesses into financial plans, forecasts, and reporting frameworks if required.

Strategic financial management

Identify new strategic growth areas based on financial insights and industry trends.

Lead cost optimisation discussions with external providers (banks, auditors, merchant providers, consultants etc.

Ensure all finance processes support customer experience strategic objectives.

Support due diligence, financial modelling, and commercial assessments for acquisitions and expansion opportunities.

Treasury Management

Support and optimise treasury operations and cash management strategies.

Support cash investment strategies to optimise investment income.

Support foreign currency exposure and risk.

Stakeholder Management

Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and business partners.

Provide strategic financial input in stakeholder engagements and negotiations.

Engage regularly with Group…