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Assistant Financial Controller

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
Nairobi, Kenya Posted Oct 28, 2026

About this role

Fairmont Norfolk

  • Job Description

Reporting to the Cluster Director of Finance & Business Support, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

  • Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service

  • Lead and manage the accounting department and ensure all standards are followed

  • Compile and analyse financial information to prepare financial statements, including monthly and annual reports

  • Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures

  • Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met

  • Ensure accurate and efficient monthly, quarterly and year-end close

  • Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures

  • Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs

  • Continuously manage and support budget and forecast activities and assist Departmental Leaders as required

  • Oversee the financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process

  • Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses

  • Analyse and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues

  • Analyse financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures; provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems

  • Follow departmental policies and procedures

  • Follow all safety policies

  • Other duties as assigned

  • Qualifications

  • Senior Leadership experience in accepted accounting practices and principles required

  • Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications and relevant computer applications required

  • University/College degree in a related discipline required

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities

  • Highly responsible & reliable with exceptional attention to detail

  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

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