NB01 - Chief Accountant at Kempinski Hotels

Job description

Reporting to the Assistant Financial Controller/Director of Finance, the overall scope of this role is to supervise the accounting staff and to assist the Assistant Financial Controller in all areas. To safeguard the financial integrity and stability of the hotel and minimize any exposure to potential risks. To supervise and aid the accounting staff with the daily activities. To serve as a point of contact for other department managers. Ensure that daily accounting tasks are performed and reports are distributed on time, Accounting staff are managed efficiently and Queries from other departments are answered accurately and in a timely manner.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.
• Responsible for understanding and having a working knowledge of all areas in accounting and being able to assist or cover a position if needed.
• Responsible for assisting in maintaining the internal controls in all areas.
• Responsible for ensuring that the accounting staff understands all their duties as well as Policies & Procedures.
• Responsible for supervising and guiding the accounting staff. Distribute tasks as needed.
• Responsible for ensuring that daily accounting tasks are accurate and on time.
• Responsible in assisting during the month-end closing preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Responsible for assisting other managers with arising queries as well as providing them with reports needed for the operation.
• Responsible for assisting with forecasting and budgeting.
• Responsible for hiring, motivating, counseling, coaching, evaluating, scheduling, etc, of the Accounting staff.
• Responsible for performing any additional duties assigned by the assistant controller and assisting in other areas of Finance as needed.
• Responsible for communicating with the assistant controller on any discrepancies or other potential problems.
• Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance/ Accounting or Business Administration.
• Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
• 4+ years in an accounting Junior management position
• 3+ years as Chief Accountant
• Experience in accounting software is a plus
• Good knowledge of the 11th Edition USALI, IFRS, GAAP, PCI DSS and local regulations
• Experience in reporting, forecasting and budgeting
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
• Experience in a similar role and proven track record may be considered in lieu of specialized education
• Strong people leadership skills
• Good communication skills
• Fluent speech skill; Knowledge of the English language is mandatory
• Sound, checkable previous employment references
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and can multitask
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure