Financial Controller

MAMA?

Founded in 2008 by Serge Trigano and his sons Jérémie and Benjamin (co-founders of Club Med), Mama Shelter is a creator of living spaces and a daily director!

These are atypical places, where everyone feels at home, places born of a blend of influences, freedoms, sensations and emotions. Each Mama tells the story of the city in which it is located, and all influences blend together. We offer our guests a joyful atmosphere and exceptional service at an affordable price. 

More than just rooms and restaurants, Mama Shelter is a dynamic, a vibe: they are true urban refuges, not only aesthetically pleasing and modern but also popular, welcoming and sexy.

Whatever your role, we're all here to make the customer experience as unforgettable as possible. 

Our mission: to bring little moments of happiness to people.

Our growth has enabled us to offer our teams great career paths through internal development and international mobility, and it's not a question of diplomas or years of experience.

Mama Shelter is part of Ennismore, a creative hotel group rooted in cultures and destinations, with a global portfolio of brands. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, founded in 2021.

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Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: 

Mama is an inclusive company, and our ambition is to recruit and promote diverse talent. 

🌟 THE MISSION 

You are the guardian of Mama’s numbers 🛡️💖 Where the numbers are as essential as the vibes! 🎉

As our Financial Controller, you’ll be at the heart of the action, orchestrating all financial matters behind the scenes. From budgets 📈 to audits ✅, cash flow 💰 to compliance 🛡️, you keep Mama running smoothly, efficiently, and profitably—all while inspiring your team and supporting the wider business.

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

• Guardian of the Numbers 🧐
  Accounting, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, treasury, and taxation—all balanced perfectly like a financial superhero.

• Master of Financial Statements 🛠️💼
  Balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow management kept spotless. Ensure audit-ready, accurate, and compliant financial data.

• Revenue & Cost Optimizer 📈
  Provide detailed analysis to boost revenue and cost-efficiency, guiding the business to financial success.

• Bridge Builder 🤝
  Connect finance with operations, Ennismore regional support, and hotel owners—ensuring smooth communication and aligned goals.

• Forecasting Guru 🔮
  Manage budgets and forecasts to keep financial planning on track and forward-looking.

• Accounting Maestro 💻
  Handle daily and monthly accounting tasks: income control, sales journal prep, revenue control, reconciliations, cash management, and receivables follow-up.

• Cash Flow Commander 💰
  Oversee cash control, accounts payable, and receivable management, keeping the property’s liquidity healthy.

• Compliance Officer 🛡️
  Ensure adherence to accounting policies, licenses, contracts, leases, operational taxes, and internal controls. Support audits and guide management in enforcing standards.

• Leader with Passion 🙏
  Guide, develop, and inspire the Mama Finance team. Collaborate with operations and Ennismore support teams to run a perfectly tuned financial engine.

MADE FOR YOU… ONLY IF ✨

• You bring 5+ years’ experience in senior finance positions in hospitality 🏨

• You know the SA financial landscape—compliance, local ordinances, and market complexities ☀️

• You juggle priorities with ease ⏰ and thrive on organization and accuracy

• You love numbers 😍 and are obsessive about every penny and decimal point 👀

• You’re a people person 💬, able to collaborate across teams while keeping operations seamless

• You respect confidentiality 🕵️‍♂️—what happens at Mama, stays at Mama

• You live, breathe, and dream in Excel 💻—master of formulas, pivot tables, and reporting

• You inspire with high energy ⚡, motivate others, and lead by example

• You are action-oriented 🛠️, roll up your sleeves, and embrace participative management

• You thrive under pressure 🧘‍♂️ and navigate stress with calm and clarity

• Your hospitality passion shows in everything 💖, delivering guest-centered experiences

• You are highly responsible, reliable, and ethical ✅—a reputation for honesty and integrity

• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting skills 📑📊

• Experience in audits, compliance, and financial controls ✅🔒

• Ability to think strategically while managing operational finance 🧩⚡

YOUR LITTLE EXTRAS 🎯

• You’ve been part of a hotel opening 🏨 and know how to make numbers work during early stages

• You’re familiar with Opera and Sun Systems 💻

• You balance vibrancy with meticulousness ⚖️—fun, high-energy, and detail-oriented

• International exposure is a plus ✈️🌏

Next, we're sure you know the tune 🎶:

First melody: “At Mama, no AI! We review your application in person and take the time to understand your background. 🎧
First verse: We organise an initial telephone interview with our People & Culture Team to see if your application fits in with our rhythm. 🤳
Chorus: Once you've passed the phone interview, we'll arrange a remote meeting 💻 or a meeting at Mama 🤝 to meet the Gang! 
Last verse: Naturally, you'll receive a response from us within two to three weeks at the latest, whether it's a ✔️ or a ✖️.