Accountant at Strathaven Hotel

Strathaven Hotel is breath of fresh air in the hospitality space in Lekki, Lagos. We are a boutique hotel with a home-away-from-home experience: well-cooked homely meals in our round-the-clock restaurant, insanely comfortable rooms, with custom orthopedic beds and always-fresh sheets, fully stocked bathrooms and lots more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade: Mid-level
Department: Accounts department
Reports to: General Manager

Job Expectation Summary

The Accountant will assist in making critical business decisions by analysing and presenting regular and ad hoc key financial reports.

Essential Responsibilities

He / she will be responsible for the integrity of the accounting system by ensuring that accounting transactions are posted, and financial reports are produced on a timely basis.
Entering accurate and timely transaction information into the accounting system
Reviewing payment request, reconciling documents and ensure compliance with the company’s policies
Managing payroll for staff and expense reimbursements for all staff
Preparing cash flow statements and expenditure accounts
Maintaining financial documents and a robust filing system
Preparing and monitoring budget and cash flow
Preparing financial reports for internal and external use on a monthly and quarterly basis
Managing compliance with Nigerian tax laws
Managing petty cash transactions
Any other responsibility assigned by management

Qualifications, Experience, skills, and attributes

Minimum of a first degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related course.
Member of ACCA, ICAN is an added advantage
2 years previous experience as an ACCOUNTANT or related position or similar role in a medium sized organization.
Adequate knowledge of modern management techniques and best practices.
Deep knowledge of best practices in financial management required
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent knowledge of Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required; familiarity with Peachtree, QuickBooks or similar finance and accounting software, preferred
Financial management and financial reporting skills.
Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational and written skills
Knowledge of various financial reporting forms – an advantage
Strong personal integrity and accountability.
Excellent organizational skills and a team player
Leadership skills
Knowledgeable in internal control
Mentally stable and emotionally intelligent.