Job Overview
Are
you an experienced Accounts Assistant with a background in the hotel
industry? Our client, a well -established
hospitality business based in Nairobi, is looking for a detail -oriented
and reliable individual to join their finance team. This role requires a strong understanding of
hotel accounting practices, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to
work effectively within a fast -paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and record
  daily financial transactions, including revenue, expenses, and payments,
  ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Prepare and
  reconcile daily revenue reports from various departments (e.g., Front Office,
  Food & Beverage, Housekeeping)
• Manage accounts
  payable and receivable, including processing invoices, making payments, and
  following up on outstanding balances.
• Assist with the
  preparation of monthly and yearly financial reports, including profit and loss
  statements and balance sheets.
• Maintain accurate
  and up -to -date financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with bank
  reconciliations and ensure all discrepancies are investigated and resolved
  promptly.
• Process employee
  expense reports and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Handle petty cash
  transactions and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with
  inventory management and cost control procedures, particularly for food & beverage.
• Collaborate with
  other departments to ensure accurate financial information flow.
• Assist with
  internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
• Stay updated on
  relevant accounting regulations and hotel industry best practices.
• Perform other
  accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

  Requirements

  Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s
    degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA -K
    or ACCA qualification is an added advantage.
  • A
    minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in the hotel industry is required.
  • Proven
    understanding of hotel accounting principles and practices, including
    Property Management Systems (PMS) and Point of Sale (POS) systems
  • Demonstrated
    experience in internal or external audit, preferably in a manufacturing
    environment.
  • Strong
    understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and
    production -related financials.
  • Proficiency
    in ERP/accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Sage, or Oracle).
  • Strong
    analytical, organizational, and problem -solving skills.
  • High
    attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent
    communication and interpersonal skills.