• Application Deadline:
• Position: Junior Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Junior Accountant will assist the Finance and Accounts Department with the day-to-day financial operations of the hotel.


• The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling hotel revenue, monitoring expenses, processing invoices, and supporting the preparation of financial reports.


• The Junior Accountant must demonstrate accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and good attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions of the hotel.


• Assist in reconciling daily hotel revenue from rooms, restaurant, bar, events, and other departments.


• Verify daily sales reports, cash collections, POS transactions, and payment records.


• Assist with bank and cash reconciliations.


• Process and record supplier invoices, receipts, and payment requests.


• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.


• Assist with tracking outstanding guest and corporate accounts.


• Prepare and maintain cashbooks, journals, ledgers, and supporting schedules.


• Assist with payroll preparation and staff financial records.


• Monitor departmental expenses and assist in controlling costs.


• Assist with monthly financial closing and preparation of management accounts.


• Ensure all financial documents are properly authorized, recorded, and filed.


• Assist with stock and inventory reconciliation where required.


• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documents and records.


• Ensure compliance with hotel accounting procedures and applicable financial regulations.


• Maintain strict confidentiality of the hotel's financial information.


• Report accounting discrepancies or unusual transactions to the Chief Accountant.


• Perform other accounting duties assigned by management.

Key Performance Areas

• Accuracy of financial records.


• Timely reconciliation of daily hotel revenue.


• Proper recording of income and expenses.


• Timely processing of invoices and payments.


• Reduction and identification of accounting discrepancies.


• Compliance with hotel financial procedures.


• Timely preparation of accounting reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 2 – 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment.


• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.


• Experience with hotel accounting or POS systems is an advantage.


• Strong numerical and analytical skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Good organizational and time-management skills.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• High level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.