Responsibilities:
- Lead or prepare the annual operating budget and provide analytical support during budget reviews
- Analyse financial data and market trend and produce reasonably accurate forecasts
- Put in place appropriate controls to manage business risks
- Ensure a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability
- Oversee internal, external and regulatory audit processes and ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures
- Maintain complete and supported accounting records consistent with Uniform Systems of Accounts and International Accounting Standards
- Review and approve monthly journals, balance sheet and Profit & Loss statement, audit schedules and bank reconciliation
- Ensure that the Profit & Loss statement is accurate and statements are delivered to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner
- Monitor systems to ensure accuracy of data and support the achievement of revenue goals
- Effectively manage hotel expenses, working capital and cash flow in accordance with the company's Standard Operating Procedures and owner’s requirements
- Advise the GM and the rest of the executive committee on existing and evolving operating / financial issues and protect and strengthen any competitive advantage by advocating and supporting sound business and financial decision making
- Ensure compliance with relevant contractual obligations, reporting requirements and statutory regulations
- Taxation Planning and Reporting include GST review
- Safeguard contracts, licenses, insurance policies, legal and financial documents
Requirements:
- Minimum 7 years of working experience of a similar role in the hospitality industry
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountantspreferred
- Oversee all aspects of financial control and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
- Conduct periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for enhancement
- Lead and mentor a team of finance professional, providing guidance and support to foster a high-performing and engaged team culture
- Ensure timely and accurate month end closing
- Team player with excellent interpersonal abilities to engage people across all levels, both internal and external parties
- Exhibits high level of integrity and keen eye to detail, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
