TIME + TIDE

Group Management Accountant

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Job Description

Job Title: Group Management AccountantReports To: Group Chief Financial OfficerLocation: Beau Plan, Mauritius (preferred)Start Date: ImmediateContract Type: PermanentTime + Tide | Who We AreWe are guides and guardians of some of the most remote places on Earth, with a family of luxury properties in Zambia and Madagascar. Across land and sea, we have a legacy in responsible tourism and offer modern-day explorers the luxury of space and the chance to feel fully alive. Our team take extraordinary care in sharing our deep appreciation for the land, wildlife and culture.Group Management Accountant | About the RoleThe Group Management Accountant will take ownership of management reporting for the Time + Tide Group. This is a pivotal, hands-on role requiring a technically strong, detail-oriented, qualified accountant who also brings people leadership and cross-border coordination skills. The role will support financial integrity, strategic insights, and operational excellence across multiple jurisdictions. Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare the Group Consolidated Management Accounts each month, using validated data from all regionsReview monthly individual management accounts from each region to ensure:Accuracy, completeness, and alignment with Group templates and standardsAll transactions are posted and allocated correctly at GL levelAsset registers and monthly CAPEX movement are reportedMaintain oversight of statutory compliance:VAT, PAYE, WHT, and tax filingsAnnual returns, company information (Directors, shareholders, bank details, registered offices)Ensure internal controls are in place and followed across all entitiesDaily meetings with each finance team to follow up on deliverables and support the teamAttend and coordinate finance-related meetings with operational and regional leadsProvide oversight on treasury, insurance, and ensure risk areas are assessed and flagged earlyPrepare Group budgets and assist each division in the preparation of their individual budgetsAssist with Group projects, and Group-wide initiatives as and when neededCollaborate with the Group Accountant, Group CFO and other Financial Controllers across the Group to support business strategy and financial decision-making and reporting.Liaise with Financial controllers across the group to ensure reconciliation of intercompany accounts.Experience & Qualifications:Degree holder and/or ACCA/ACA Qualified.Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Management Accountant, preferably in a multi-entity or Group structure.Proven Group Consolidation experience.Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).Prior experience in the travel or tourism industry is an advantage.Knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus.Skills & Competencies: Strong technical accounting knowledge with a high attention to detail.Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, financial models, data validation, etc.).Analytical mindset with a problem-solving orientation.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to engage confidently across all levels.Highly organised, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities.Comfortable working in a dynamic, cross-border environment.Please submit your application to our Head of People and Culture at people@timeandtideafrica.com  

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