Chief Accountant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – (Key Activities of the role)

• Review and correct daily revenue journal
• Controls all balance sheet accounts by preparation of monthly account reconciliations and actions accordingly
• Monitor house banks and investments
• Analyze and investigate cashiers’ overs and shorts
• Code and input manual cheques
• Investigate and input bank statement data
• Prepare bank reconciliations such as agency imp rest and replacement reserve
• Review accounts payable monthly inventory reconciliations
• Review accounts payable purchase journal
• Review travel agency commission payments
• Maintain replacement reserve cash book
• Review and prepare input in the general ledge from various sources
• Review food and beverage control reconciliations and journal
• Review accounts payable/ inventory interface
• Prepare month end journals
• Prepare balance sheet record and identify and reconcile all items therein
• Audit payroll and payment.
• Prepares monthly Financial Statements for distribution to Department Heads and Executives, as directed by Finance Manager
• Responsible for month-end back-office computer closing
• Approves various city ledger transactions before posting 
• Prepares asset purchase/disposal report for owners
• Approves payment requests, employee advances and petty cash prior to payment
• Assists Manager of Finance and Assistant in budget preparation and input, forecast reports and monthly reporting to corporate finance
• Supervises Accounts department in the absence of the Assistant Finance Manager
• Reports directly to and communicates with the Assistant Manager of Finance and Finance Manager on all matters pertaining to accounting and financial controls
• Cooperates, coordinates and communicates with other departments in matters concerning accounting related matters and internal control
• Interacts, as required, with individuals outside the hotel including hotel’s bank, tax auditors and other hotels and IHG corporate offices
• Works with Superior on manpower planning and management needs

2.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills –

• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company.
• Proficient in the use of people soft, payroll software, Microsoft Office suite.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
• Good writing skills. 

Qualifications –

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience –

• 3 years in hotel accounting or auditing experience including management experience or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. 

We are an equal opportunities employer.