General Ledger Accountant (Hotel)

Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Af… Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SME’s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. , Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation. View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Accounting, Audit, Finance
Job Description

Senior Finance Manager – Hospitality

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced finance professional to lead our financial operations within the hospitality sector. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, drive compliance, and support strategic decision-making through robust reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date financial transactions in the general ledger, including monthly trial balance reconciliations in line with the Chart of Accounts and USALI standards.
  • Review, post, and approve journal entries from the finance team, ensuring all journals are properly supported and authorized.
  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports, including Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet, and address variances against budget.
  • Ensure timely preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations by the 3rd of each month and follow up on outstanding reconciling items for clearance.
  • Manage all prepayments, accruals, and ledger updates, incorporating finance review feedback and responding to queries as required.
  • Oversee tax compliance, including filing of tax returns and other statutory payments, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintain the fixed asset register, including capitalization of assets from work-in-progress, monitoring, and disposal of assets.
  • Support annual budgeting, facilitate internal and external audits, ensure proper document filing and archiving, and participate in performance reviews within the finance department.

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; master’s degree and professional qualification (CPA) are required.
  • Proven experience (typically 3+ years) in financial management, preferably within the hospitality or hotel industry.
  • High level of accuracy, transparency, and financial accountability.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

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