Accountant

ob Summary

The Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards within the hospitality environment. This role supports hotel/restaurant operations by controlling costs, managing revenues, and providing timely financial information to management.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate books of accounts, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

• Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, and petty cash

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies

Hospitality-Specific Accounting

• Monitor daily revenue reports (rooms, F&B, events, POS systems)

• Reconcile POS, PMS, and night audit reports

• Track occupancy, average daily rate (ADR), and revenue per available room (RevPAR)

• Control food & beverage costs and inventory variances

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts

• Monitor departmental expenses and highlight variances

• Implement cost control measures to improve profitability

Taxation & Compliance

• Prepare and file VAT / sales tax returns as per local regulations

• Ensure timely statutory payments and compliance

• Support external and internal audits

Payroll & Administration

• Process payroll and related accounting entries

• Maintain employee records related to salaries, benefits, and deductions

• Coordinate with HR for payroll and staff-related financial matters

Liaison & Support

• Coordinate with banks, auditors, suppliers, and government authorities

• Provide financial analysis and reports to management

• Support management in financial decision-making

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum [2–5] years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality

• Knowledge of hospitality accounting systems (e.g., Opera, SunSystems, Micros, SAP, QuickBooks)

• Strong knowledge of VAT / taxation (as applicable)

• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Good communication and coordination skills

• High level of integrity and confidentiality

Preferred Experience

• Experience in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or catering companies

• Familiarity with POS and property management systems

• Prior audit or cost control experience