JOB TITLE

 

ACCOUNTANT- HOTEL

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

HOSPITALITY

SALARY

KSHS. 50,000-60,000

JOB LOCATION

THIKA ROAD

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Analyze financial performance and present reports to management.
  • Generate management reports to provide insights into trends, variances, and forecasts.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making.
  • Collaborate with the General Manager and other department heads to develop the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
  • Monitor budget performance against actual revenues and expenses.
  • Process and verify supplier invoices to ensure timely payments while maintaining good vendor relationships.
  • Prepare aging reports to monitor receivables and escalate collection efforts where necessary.
  • Process monthly payroll, ensuring that all salaries, allowances, and statutory deductions are accurately calculated and disbursed on time.
  • Perform bank reconciliations for all hotel accounts to ensure consistency between the bank statements and the general ledger.
  • Monitor daily cash flow and ensure that cash collections (e.g., from F&B and front desk) are deposited promptly.
  • Collaborate with the procurement and stores departments to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels and stock valuation.
  • Identify areas where operational costs can be reduced without compromising quality.
  • Ensure compliance with all local regulations, including:
  1. VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, and income tax regulations.
  2. Filing and remitting all statutory obligations on time to avoid penalties.
  • Coordinate with external auditors during the annual financial audits and ensure all records are available for review.
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.

 

 

 

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Degree in Commerce (BCom), Finance, or a related field or CPA K
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience working as an accountant in a hotel or hospitality environment.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, or ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong understanding of statutory compliance and tax regulations in Kenya.
  • Ability to conduct cost analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience send CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.