chief Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, General Ledger, Payroll).
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial health of the hotel.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop annual budgets in coordination with department heads.
• Monitor actual performance vs. budget and analyze variances.
• Provide financial forecasts and strategic recommendations.

Cost Control

• Implement and monitor cost control systems across departments (F&B, Rooms, etc.).
• Analyze cost of sales, labor costs, and operational expenses.
• Ensure proper inventory control procedures.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal control systems.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, tax laws, and audit requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare financial reports for senior management.
• Provide insights on profitability, revenue trends, and cost efficiency.
• Support decision-making with financial data analysis.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and train accounting staff.
• Ensure high performance and adherence to deadlines.
• Foster a professional and ethical work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, ACCA) is preferred.
• 7–10 years of accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in hospitality or luxury hotels.
• Strong knowledge of hotel accounting systems (e.g., Opera, Sun, or similar).
• Excellent knowledge of IFRS / local accounting standards.

Reporting Line

• Reports directly to: Finance Director / General Manager

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards.

Working Conditions

• Based in a luxury hotel environment.
• May require extended hours during audits, month-end, and year-end closing.

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
• Budget variance control.
• Cost efficiency ratios.
• Audit results and compliance level.
• Cash flow management effectiveness.

Your team and working environment:
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Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.