Unit Accountant – Hospitality at Gap Recruitment Services Limited

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare daily revenue and occupancy reports with performance analysis.
• Produce weekly cash flow reports and banking reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statements, and variance analysis.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports to support management decision-making.

Financial Control & Treasury

• Oversee cash management, banking, and petty cash controls.
• Monitor receivables and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Manage end-to-end account reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls.
• Ensure proper documentation of all financial transactions.

Food & Beverage Cost Management

• Monitor food and beverage profitability against budgets.
• Analyze food costs, beverage costs, and operational margins.
• Recommend cost-saving initiatives and investigate variances.

Tax & Compliance

• Ensure timely filing and payment of VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, and all statutory obligations.
• Maintain compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Keep management informed of regulatory and tax changes affecting the business.

Audit & Inventory Management

• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Supervise monthly stock takes and inventory reconciliations.
• Monitor procurement processes and ensure adherence to purchasing controls.
• Review stock variances and recommend corrective actions.

Team Leadership

Supervise and mentor the finance support team, including:

• Purchasing Officer/Storekeeper
• Cost Controller
• Payables Accountant
• Review reports and reconciliations before submission.
• Promote accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement across the finance function.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• CPA(K) Finalist or fully qualified CPA(K); ACCA qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in the hospitality industry.
• Strong experience in hotel financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of hotel Property Management Systems (PMS), accounting software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Sound understanding of Kenyan tax regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience managing inventory, food and beverage costing, and procurement controls.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising finance teams.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of integrity.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management abilities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines and work independently.
• A proactive approach to improving financial controls and operational efficiency.