Chief Accountant at Swiss International Hotels & Resorts

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the accounting operation with full management responsibility including the development of staff and establishment of goals and objectives for the hotel accounting function.
• Develop and strengthen internal control; this also includes ensuring adherence to set controls
• Develop financial policies, systems and procedures and communicate these to affected parties to monitor and ensure compliance in line with International Accounting Standards and generally accepted accounting principles
• Responsible for maintaining a stable cash-flow for the hotel by drawing up cash flow projections and appraising debtors & creditors to ensure steady cash flow.
• Enforce financial discipline across the organization and ensure all departments operate within the laid down financial policy framework.
• Production of timely and accurate management reports against strict deadlines.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensuring the care of company assets
• Responsible for maintaining accuracy and timeliness of inventory controls and cost controls.
• Compile and analyze financial information, prepare work papers and support schedules for Committees & Board meetings
• Preparation of tax and audit schedules including draft accounts for audits

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA finalist
• At least 5 years experience as Chief Accountant in hotel industry.
• Ability to maintain the company’s strict finance standards at all times
• Working knowledge of accounting packages