Financial Accountant at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Cash Book processing, record the day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting entries.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations with supporting documentation.
• Processing of monthly general journals relating reallocations and corrections in ledger postings.
• Assisting with month end closing procedures, with knowledge of Revenue reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Inventory
• Accrual accounting and related journal entries.
• Prepaid expenses analysis and related journal entries.
• VAT201 reconciliation and payments.
• Verifying Income Audit daily packs in line with company policy for review by the Financial Controller.
• Assisting members of the Finance team with any additional administrative tasks as required.
• Maintain records, registers and documents to facilitate internal and external audit.
• Assisting with external and internal audit queries.
• Ensuring compliance with financial reporting and other standard accounting procedures in line with IFRS.
• Compiling, analysing and reporting financial data for quarterly, half year and year-end processes.
• Maintenance of hotel contracts register.
• Efficient implementation of all work-related instructions given by management.

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree or CIMA from a reputable institution - Advantageous
• Strong Numerical Proficiency: A firm grasp of numbers and financial data is essential to accurately record transactions and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of Accounting Principles: A thorough understanding of accrual accounting principles, VAT reconciliation, and other standard accounting practices is necessary.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for analyzing data and reporting are important.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data for reporting purposes as well as during audits or when performing reconciliations.
• Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills are needed when assisting with audits, working with team members or presenting financial data.