Chief Accountant

Job Description
We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Finance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.
As a Chief Accountant, you are responsible for maintaining a smooth operation within the Finance Department by preparing financial reports and conducting internal controls in compliance with all policies. Your role will include key responsibilities such as:

1. Verify the General Cashier's report, Income journal voucher, and review supplier invoices, as well as general ledger coding of expenses.
2. Verify supplier payments with supporting invoices, LPOs, etc., and expense reimbursement with supporting documents.
3. Review payroll reports with supporting documents at the month end.
4. Prepare general ledger reconciliation and follow up for the renewals of contracts expiring.
5. Prepare, post, and update standard journal vouchers and adjustment journal voucher entries at the month end.
6. Review general ledger at month end and analyze expenses and major variations from the budget.
7. Ensure that all accounting reports and job deadlines for other employees are met.

Desired Candidate Profile
You should have a degree in hotel management or accounting and at least two years of previous experience within a hotel environment. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and computer literacy are a must, while knowledge of Opera, Micros, FBM, and SUN System is an asset.

Knowledge & Competencies
The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, self-motivated, and possess a positive attitude. You should have the ability to think laterally with a pro-active approach and a strong drive for results. You portray a fair leadership style and are approachable for your employees, while possessing the following additional competencies:

1. Understanding Hotel Operations
2. Teamwork
3. Planning for Business
4. Supervising People
5. Understanding Differences
6. Supervising Operations
7. Effective Communication
8. Adaptability
9. Customer Focus
10. Driving for Results

Company Industry

• Hotels
• Hospitality

Department / Functional Area

• Accounts
• Taxation
• Audit
• Company Secretary

Keywords

• Chief Accountant