Role Description

• Our client, in the hospitality industry, located in Ikoyi, Lagos is looking to hire a full-time Hospitality Accountant.
• The potential candidate would be responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial operations of the Hospitality Division of the hotel and restaurant.
• Detailed analysis of the hospitality books, recording of revenues, the disbursement of payments, and keeping of records is just some of the job description of this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounts payables.
• Manage guest and vendor relations and the accounts payables disbursements, handle all check disbursements, and tax-related matters.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounting functions, including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable and project accounting.
• Develop, implement and maintain systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
• Ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month-end information.
• Enter status change information into project accounting software to ensure employee information is accurate and up-to-date.
• Provide accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff.
• Respond to financial questions and concerns to meet business needs.
• Act as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or its equivalent is required.
• At least 4 years of experience in Hospitality Finance/Accounting is preferred.
• Experience with the use of accounting software, such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage 50 is important.
• Excellent understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and accounting transactions.
• Ability to use accounting and finance tools to perform effective financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with others in cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is recommended including proficiency in Excel.