Hospitality Accountant in a Prestigious Luxury Hotel

Job Title: Hospitality Accountant

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized professional to join our growing team.
• A prestigious luxury hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos is seeking an experienced Accountant with a strong understanding of hospitality finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate inventory costing and stock reconciliations.
• Work closely with departmental managers to ensure financial efficiency across operations.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Manage daily revenue reconciliation across hotel and restaurant operations.
• Prepare and file tax returns while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Oversee payroll preparation and statutory deductions.
• Monitor budgets and control operational costs.
• Monitor financial controls and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Monitor cash flow, bank reconciliations, and petty cash.

Requirements

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum of 3 years' accounting experience within the hospitality industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ICAN, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with hotel or restaurant POS systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

What We're Looking For:

• The ideal candidate is commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• They should possess excellent numerical skills, maintain strict confidentiality, and have the ability to provide meaningful financial insights that support business growth.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: This is an urgent hire.