Accounting Manager / Accountant

The Accounts Manager will be responsible for maintaining the financial health of the Company.

Job Summary

The Accounts Manager will be responsible for maintaining the financial health of the Company. He/she will have direct oversight of Finance, Administration, Accounting, Procurement, Inventory. He/she is responsible for producing financial reports to facilitate strategic analysis and decisions.

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership and oversight of the Accounting Department, including Payroll, Procurement, Warehousing, Administration, and related functions
• Review and recommend systems for each of these functions
• Review and restructure the Accounting Department so that efficiencies of processes and work flows are completed according to guidelines and meet deadlines
• Supervise, train and evaluate accounting and support personnel
• Budget, forecast and efficient cash management
• Analyse procedures and controls in the operational and financial areas to ensure there is proper accountability and internal controls to minimise potential shrinkage and exposure to fraudulent activity
• Perform cost control activities, monitor revenues and expenditures
• Provide timely and accurate financial statements to the Executives and Board
• Analyse the Company's financial health to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction and profit maximisation
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports as required
• Income Auditing: monitor all transactions in all areas as they contribute to or detract hotel revenue and to ensure appropriate accounting procedures are followed
• Keep abreast of and adhere to relevant financial regulations, reporting and legislation
• Oversee the Company’s tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial requirements
• Ensure compliance with standards and company policies
• Lead assigned projects as requested
• Perform as Manager on Duty and/or Late Manager on Duty when requested
• Follow all fire, health and safety regulations as they relate to the Accounts Department

• Report any injuries, accidents or health and safety concerns to the Manager or HSE Committee
• Serve as a member of the Health & Safety Committee
• Perform any other duties as required by the Manager

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• A practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to make clear and concise decisions
• Ability to assemble, analyse and understand integrated spread sheets and complex technical information, superior organisational skills, with an eye for detail
• Prioritisation skills necessary to meet deadlines
• Effective relationship management skills
• Self-disciplined, with the ability to work on your own or as part of a team
• Flexibility and availability to work extended hours including weekends and holidays when the need arises

Job Requirements

• Certified Accountant
• Master’s degree in Management, Finance, Business Administration or related field will be considered an asset
• 7-10 years progressive experience in Finance/Accounting with at least two (2) years in a Management/Supervisory role
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Working conditions: May be required to work extended hours, on a weekend or public holiday on occasion