The Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate & timely financial reporting, and maintaining effective accounting systems and controls. This role includes managing financial transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, financial and management reporting, taxation, procedural development, corporate projects, and budget & forecast preparation. The Manager will also review operational contracts and liaise with internal and external parties.
Job Function:
- Financial Transaction Review:
- Verify transactions, invoices, bank entries, and fixed assets for compliance and accuracy.
Journal Entry Review:- Review and post journal entries promptly, ensuring compliance with standards.
Financial Reconciliation:- Regularly reconcile bank statements and ledgers for accuracy.
Reporting:- Prepare and review financial and management reports with strategic insights.
Tax Management:- Oversee tax activities, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Procedure Development:- Implement finance procedures to strengthen systems and controls.
Project Support:- Provide financial support for corporate projects, aligning with standards.
Budgeting and Forecasting:- Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts, monitor performance, and analyze variances.
Contract Review:- Analyze contracts for favorable terms and compliance.
Stakeholder Liaison:- Facilitate communication between finance and stakeholders to resolve issues.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Audit Coordination:
- Support auditors with necessary documentation.
- Risk Management:
- Identify and mitigate financial risks.
- Team Leadership:
- Mentor finance team members.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to financial regulations.
- Financial Analysis:
- Provide insights through detailed financial analysis.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree or professional certification preferred. (min GPA of 3.00 from a reputable university)
- Significant experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 1 year in a managerial position in Hotel or Hospitality Industry.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Fluent English proficiency both oral and written
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Able to operate an Accounting System. Having experience with SAP Systems will be an advantage.
- Able to travel based on the needs of the company to other business units.
Skills and Competencies:
· Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights.
· Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in financial reports and reconciliations.
· Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
· Time Management: Efficiently manages time and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.
· Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and adheres to ethical standards in financial management.
