Hotel Accountant at Bollard Consulting Limited

Responsibilities

• Financial Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including daily transactions, invoices, and other financial documents. 
• Financial Reporting: Preparing financial statements, such as balance sheets and profit & loss statements, for management review. 
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Developing and maintaining hotel budgets, tracking actual costs against the budget, and forecasting future financial performance. 
• Payroll Processing: Managing employee salaries, wages, and other related payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. 
• Bank Reconciliations: Reconciling bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies. 
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, including tax requirements and other legal obligations. 
• Financial Analysis: Analysing financial data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for improvement as well as to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Cost Management: Monitoring and controlling hotel expenses to ensure efficient operations and profitability. 
• Liaise with external auditors during audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software and hotel management systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Analytical, problem solving, planning and prioritizing skills
• Attention to details and leadership skills
• High standards of integrity and ethical practice
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Candidates must be residing in Kisumu or willing to relocate