Job Summary

• The Hotel Accountant will be responsible for managing the hotel’s financial records, ensuring accurate reporting, controlling costs, supporting budgeting processes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• The role is critical to maintaining the financial health of the hotel and supporting management decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Bookkeeping:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and journals.
• Process daily revenue reports, including room sales, food & beverage, and other services.
• Reconcile bank statements, cash, POS systems, and petty cash accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

 Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Manage supplier invoices, verify accuracy, and process payments timely.
• Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding guest and corporate bills.
• Maintain proper documentation for all transactions.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor departmental expenses and highlight variances.
• Implement cost-control measures, especially for food, beverages, utilities, and inventory.
• Track payroll expenses and staff-related costs.

Taxation & Compliance:

• Prepare and file statutory returns VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc. as required.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support external and internal audits by providing required documentation.

Inventory & Asset Management:

• Monitor stock levels for food, beverages, and hotel supplies in collaboration with store and F&B managers.
• Conduct periodic stock counts and reconcile variances.
• Maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation.

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Maintain and manage hotel accounting systems and POS integrations.
• Recommend improvements to financial processes and internal controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• 1–3 years’ experience as an accountant, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of hotel accounting systems and POS platforms is an advantage.
• Good understanding of Nigerian tax laws and statutory compliance.