Accounting Officer

About this role

The role is for an Accounting Officer in the Finance & Accounts department of Residency Hotel, located in Lagos. It targets individuals with accounting or finance backgrounds who can manage daily accounting operations and provide financial insights. The hotel describes itself as a heart-of-city property offering comfortable, well-appointed rooms and suites for business and leisure travellers. The job involves supporting financial operations, maintaining records, ensuring compliance, and contributing to budgeting and reporting.

What you would do

• Manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable
• Handle bank reconciliations and payroll support
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Monitor cash flow and implement financial control measures
• Conduct inventory audits and reconcile records with operations
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with standards and policies
• Support budgeting, planning, and forecasting activities
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants and regulators during audits
• Analyze financial data and provide profitability and efficiency recommendations
• Assist management with timely financial reporting and decisions

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• 1–2 years of relevant accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• High integrity, accuracy and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in the hospitality industry is an added advantage
• Location preference for easy access to Ologolo Bus stop/Lekki areas

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