Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Chief Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Chief Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Fairmont The Norfolk

Location: Nairobi City, Kenya

Category: Finance, Controlling, Audit, Accounting & Business Analysis

Posted Date: 06/10/2022

Job Start Date: 01/11/2022

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Chief Accountant

A Chief Accountant will lead the Finance department and associated operations such that account management, reporting, and interdepartmental and vendor relations are managed to optimise the hotel's profitability.

You will ensure that Finance teams are providing month-end closing and all other required management reports.

The Chief accountant will be a highly motivated team player with strong accounting, communication, business presentation, analytical skills and strong systems background.

What is in It for You:

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide

Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work

Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!

Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Cluster Director of Finance and Business Support, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Organize and direct the team to supervise all revenues and expenses, as well as all inventories.

Responsible for managing the day-to-day financial reporting and controlling requirements of the departments and will be required to review and analyze management accounts.

To plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the activities of the personnel involved in accounting and other financial functions of the organization.

Analyze and interpret financial data and recommend changes to improve financial performance.

Maintain an account of all the transactions of the organization.

Responsible for budget and cost controls, financial analysis, accounting practices and reports.

Any matter which may affect the interests of the hotel should be brought to the attention of the Management.

Assist Cluster DOF in preparation of Annual Budgets

Financial & Operational Management

Identify optimal, cost-effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.

Preparation of the Monthly Management Accounts.

Monitor budgetary and key performance indicator movements.

Ensure to liaise with the company auditors and regulators.

To develop the financial reporting and accounting systems.

Responsible for all financial and accounting functions of the organization.

Ensure to manage the development of accounting admissions, credit/collections and internal control policies.

Recommend to the management on the issues related to Stock Management and Inventory controlling.

Prepare periodical Management Information Reports.

Performs all other functions as assigned by Management.

Ensure to take the

responsibility for maintaining accurate records.

Providing effective financial controlling & also implement Control systems.

Managerial Qualities

Leadership skills that utilize persuasion and motivation to attain organizational goals is the most desirable management quality, followed by honesty, integrity, ethical behavior, tactfulness, openness, and cultural awareness.

Ability to accept responsibility.

Self-confidence, motivation, drive and tenacity.

Ability to enhance organizational performance.

Ability to clearly delegate tasks and responsibilities.

Ability to think strategically, inductively, and creatively.

Propensity to recognize and acknowledge other people’ ideas.

Your Experience and Skills Include

A graduate degree in business or CPA (K)

3 years’ experience in a similar position within the hospitality industry.

Previous experience financial reports, P&L and balance sheet.

Prior experience working with Accounting Systems and POS (Sun, Opera, Micros,Silverware)

Your Team and Working Environment

We provide an environment of trust, respect, and integrity.

A home away from home.

Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected.

Through Accor’s Employee Value Proposition, we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

The Hotel has magnificent views of majestic Mount Kenya, the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club has 120 luxurious appointed guest rooms, set in over 100 acres of landscaped gardens and offers a unique blend of comfort.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why Work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.

We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

Discover the life that awaits you at Accor.

How to Apply

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