The accountant will work closely with the finance team and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Policy Review and Compliance:

Review and adhere to the company’s finance policies.

Ensure compliance with Minor Hotel Group standards.

Coordination and Collaboration:

Collaborate with external parties such as auditors, asset appraisers, and consultants.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

Complete monthly Profit & Loss statements and provide critiques in the executive summary.

Review Profit & Loss, prepare necessary corrections, and distribute to department heads and the executive committee.

Assist in managing all reports on the finance reporting schedule, including quarterly management reports.

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and align with appropriate supporting documentation.

Obtain the general ledger details and supporting documentation for each balance sheet account and ensure balances on the balance sheet accurately reflect the financial position of the organization.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Prepare departmental expense budgets based on historical trends.

Assist in finalization of budgets and forecasting details.

Ensure support and input from Financial Controller, executive committee, and department heads is incorporated.

Expense and Accounts Payable Management:

Review and approve accrued expenses.

Review purchase orders, service orders, and expense reports.

Review and supervise AP payments, ensuring timely submission.

Banking and Reconciliation:

Review banking transactions and perform bank reconciliation.

Prepare cash flow reports and assist in month-end closure.

Perform weekly working capital analysis by identifying expected cash inflows and outflows and advise Financial Controller on liquidity management decisions.

Ensure well-defined signing authorities for cheques and electronic transfers.

Performance Evaluation:

Evaluate performance of direct reports with input from other departments.

Ensure direct reports are trained on their responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ZICA, CA) is preferred.

Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

Full ZICA or ACCA will be an added advantage