Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Clerk to join our Finance team at Noru Hotel, a prestigious four-star hotel. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices, and preparing payroll for hotel staff. You will ensure the smooth operation of daily financial tasks and play a key role in the timely preparation of monthly wages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts receivable and payable:
- Process, record, and reconcile supplier invoices and guest payments.
- Ensure timely payment of suppliers and maintain positive relationships with vendors.
- Prepare monthly statements and manage any discrepancies with suppliers and clients.
- Bank reconciliation:
- Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Monitor and report on the hotel’s cash flow and ensure that all banking transactions are recorded accurately.
- Payroll preparation:
- Accurately prepare and process the monthly payroll for all hotel employees, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational requirements.
- Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, holiday pay, and other employee benefits.
- Maintain payroll records and resolve any payroll-related queries from employees.
- Financial reporting:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports including profit and loss statements.
- Support the finance team in preparing financial data for audits and tax submissions.
- General accounting duties:
- Maintain and update financial records, ledgers, and balance sheets.
- Assist with the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare and process journal entries as needed.
- Compliance and internal controls:
- Ensure all financial activities comply with hotel policies and relevant accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation and implement internal controls to minimize financial risk.
Key Requirements:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the hospitality industry.
- Experience in payroll preparation and processing is essential.
- Education:
- A degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA) are an advantage.
- Skills:
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Opera).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and ability to work with spreadsheets and financial data.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Other:
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle financial discrepancies with professionalism.
