Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

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.

• 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

• 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

• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts

• Monitor departmental expenses and highlight variances

• Implement cost control measures to improve profitability

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

• Ensure timely statutory payments and compliance

• Support external and internal audits

• 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

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

• Provide financial analysis and reports to management

• Support management in financial decision-making

• 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, Sun Systems, Micros, SAP, Quick Books)

• Strong knowledge of VAT / taxation (as applicable)

• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software

• 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

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

• Familiarity with POS and property management systems

• Prior audit or cost control experience