Financial Controller at Accor Group

Accor Group -  Accor Hotel is a 5-Star luxury hotel situated within the Lagos metropolis therefore affording guests the opportunity of relaxing in an atmosphere of complete comfort, serenity, maximum security, luxury and royalty with the sole aim of rendering quality services to its esteemed guest. The Hotel is managed by ACCOR group and it is primed for corporate, business and leisure travelers, offering superior services and excellent facilities to its guests.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Report to: General Manager

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating and participating in the activities of All Accounting personnel; IT, Purchasing and Stores of the Hotel.
• Active participation and monitoring on the financial aspects of COCKPIT / FOCUS and ISO 9001 as per Accor Policy (Sun system/ opera/ micros etc.).
• Ensure compliance of all accounting system, procedures and reports with established accounting and control standards and procedures in compliance with all government regulations and Accor Policy as approved by the owners.
• Direct preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts; establish or recommend to management major economic objectives and policies for the hotel.
• Support General Manager by direct preparation of monthly and annual reports to summarize and forecast the hotel’s revenues, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations.
• Assist all department heads in the preparation of their respective budgets and feasibility studies and whenever any financial information or expertise is required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the General Manager
• Direct, coordinate and participate in all activities of Accounting personnel, such as:
  preparing management reports, financial statements and related accounting reports;
  receiving, storing, issuing, accounting for, and controlling the cost of food, beverage, general supplies, operating equipment and fixed assets; reconciliation of all revenue requisition needed equipment, materials and supplies; receiving, keeping, depositing, and disbursing funds; preparing, controlling and maintaining all vouchers and cheques; processing and preparing all credit applications; auditing all revenue reports of the hotel;
• Be an inspiration to all hotel staff to achieve luxury levels of performance.
• Is an integral part of the business team, attends all scheduled meetings and contribute actively with proper preparation.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures, legal requirements and contractual obligations, utilizing internal controls, auditing and security procedures.
• Ensure the collection of payments in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor hotel expenses to stay within budget guidelines, as well as gather and report financial information to the General Manager.
• Anticipate and address guest issues and establish proactive processes to promote guest satisfaction.
• Interacts in a positive way with all team members to ensure excellent guest experience.
• Supervision of the front office.
• Maintain good relations with banks to facilitate operation in the hotel.
• Maintain good relationship with government to facilitate the handling of such hotel functions as tax matters, import licenses and customs clearances.
• Comply in conjunction with the mgt. and department heads, all budgets and forecasts covering all activities of the hotel; maintains all budget control procedures.
• Ensure the maintenance of ledgers and subsidiary records of authorized appropriations and expenditures are proper authorized and accounted for.
• Ensure the maintenance of all subsidiary records in connection with inventories, accounts receivables accounts payables, operating equipment, fixed assets, etc.
• Ensures optimal compliance with corporate focus audit.
• Ensure that all accounting reports and financial statements are in accordance with the uniform system of accounts for the hotels as per Accor Africa requirement, formats and instructions.
• Ensure the accuracy, timely preparation and submission of all accounting reports, financial statements and tax returns.

Requirements

• HND/Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or in any other related field
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or in any other related field, ICAN, or ACCA is also an added advantage.
• Proficiency in the use of the computer and application programs
• Good mathematical and analytical skills
• Capability of dealing with crisis or emergency situations effectively
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Minimum of 3-9years work experience in an accounting firm or hotel
• Special skills in Sun, Opera and micros systems.
• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills

Salary
N600,000 - N700,000 monthly

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV (PDF Format) & Application letter to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail

Application Deadline 14th August, 2024.