Accountant

Job Title

Accountant

Location

Benin, Edo

Employment Type

Full-time

Industry

Hospitality / Hotel Management

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented, organised, and trustworthy Accountant to manage the hotel’s financial records, monitor revenue and expenses, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining proper accounting records, monitoring daily transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting effective financial management of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records of the hotel’s daily transactions.
• Monitor and reconcile revenue generated from room bookings, restaurant services, bar operations, events, and other hotel services.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for management review.
• Monitor cash receipts, payments, expenses, and bank transactions.
• Reconcile the hotel’s cash register, POS transactions, bank statements, and other payment channels.
• Track accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collection of outstanding balances.
• Monitor expenses and ensure compliance with approved budgets.
• Verify invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and other financial documents.
• Assist with payroll preparation, staff allowances, deductions, and related financial records.
• Ensure proper documentation of purchases and expenses and collaborate with relevant departments to verify transactions.
• Support inventory and stock reconciliation for hotel supplies, food, beverages, and other operational items.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, accounting standards, and internal financial policies.
• Identify and report financial discrepancies, unusual transactions, and potential cases of fraud to management.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of the hotel’s financial information.

Requirements

• A Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification, such as ICAN or ACCA, is an added advantage.
• Previous accounting experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and basic tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Familiarity with hotel management systems and POS reconciliation is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle confidential financial information.

Application Closing Date

15th November, 2026.