Accountant

Industry: Hospitality
Working hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Employment type: Contract (6 months) transition to Permanent role

Job Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the financial health of the Company. He/she will have direct oversight of Finance, Administration, Accounting, Procurement, Inventory. He/she is responsible for producing financial reports to facilitate strategic analysis and decisions.

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership and oversight of the Accounting Department, including Payroll, Procurement, Warehousing, Administration, and related functions
• Review and recommend systems for each of these functions
• Review and restructure the Accounting Department so that efficiencies of processes and work flows are completed according to guidelines and meet deadlines
• Supervise, train and evaluate accounting and support personnel
• Budget, forecast and efficient cash management
• Analyse procedures and controls in the operational and financial areas to ensure there is proper accountability and internal controls to minimise potential shrinkage and exposure to fraudulent activity
• Perform cost control activities, monitor revenues and expenditures
• Provide timely and accurate financial statements to the Executives and Board
• Analyse the Company’s financial health to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction and profit maximisation
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports as required
• Income Auditing: monitor all transactions in all areas as they contribute to or detract hotel revenue and to ensure appropriate accounting procedures are followed
• Keep abreast of and adhere to relevant financial regulations, reporting and legislation
• Oversee the Company’s tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial requirements
• Ensure compliance with standards and company policies
• Lead assigned projects as requested
• Perform as Manager on Duty and/or Late Manager on Duty when requested
• Follow all fire, health and safety regulations as they relate to the Accounts Department

• Report any injuries, accidents or health and safety concerns to the Manager or HSE Committee
• Serve as a member of the Health & Safety Committee
• Perform any other duties as required by the Manager

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• A practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to make clear and concise decisions
• Ability to assemble, analyse and understand integrated spread sheets and complex technical information, superior organisational skills, with an eye for detail
• Prioritisation skills necessary to meet deadlines
• Effective relationship management skills
• Self-disciplined, with the ability to work on your own or as part of a team
• Flexibility and availability to work extended hours including weekends and holidays when the need arises

Job Requirements

• Certified Accountant
• Master’s degree in Management, Finance, Business Administration or related field will be considered an asset
• 7-10 years progressive experience in Finance/Accounting with at least two (2) years in a Management/Supervisory role
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Working conditions: May be required to work extended hours, on a weekend or public holiday on occasion