Chief Accountant

The Chief Accountant will take an active role in setting up and maintaining internal financial, procedures, coordinating and planning of all activities in the Finance department. Additionally, you will expected to achieve the financial goals set, compliance with legal procedures, treasury management, staff management among others

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Direct the accounting operation with full management responsibility including the development of staff and establishment of goals and objectives for the hotel accounting function.
  • Develop and strengthen internal control ;this also includes ensuring adherence to set controls
  • Develop financial policies, systems and procedures and communicate these to affected parties to monitor and ensure compliance in line with International Accounting Standards and generally accepted accounting principles
  • Responsible for maintaining a stable cash-flow for the hotel by drawing up cash flow projections and appraising debtors & creditors to ensure steady cash flow.
  • Enforce financial discipline across the organization and ensure all departments operate within the laid down financial policy framework.
  • Production of timely and accurate management reports against strict deadlines.
  • Maintain the fixed asset register and ensuring the care of company assets
  • Responsible for maintaining accuracy and timeliness of inventory controls and cost controls.
  • Compile and analyze financial information, prepare work papers and support schedules for Committees & Board meetings
  • Preparation of tax and audit schedules including draft accounts for audits
 Knowledge/Skills/Experience
  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA   finalist
  • At least 5 years experience as Chief Accountant in hotel industry.
  • Ability to maintain the company’s strict finance standards at all times
  • Working knowledge of accounting packages

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 12th July 2013.  All applications to be sent to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke


Note: Applicants outside hospitality/Hotel industry are unlikely to qualify. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.

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