Hotel Book Keeper

An exceptional boutique hotel located on Lekki, Lagos Island, is seeking to hire a hotel bookkeeper.Job Type: Full-TimeLocation: Lagos IslandJob DescriptionThe hotel bookkeeper is a service professional who will help the hotel management keep track of the money they earn and spend. He or she will be responsible for recording, verifying, and analyzing financial transactions; preparing reports and statements; processing payments and invoices; and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements. The hotel bookkeeper will also work closely with other departments, such as front office, F&B, kitchen, housekeeping, and maintenance, to monitor expenses and revenues.Duties and responsibilities:• Recording day-to-day financial transactions and completing the posting process.• Ensuring all tax payments are up to date as mandated• Reconciling sales, and bank accounts at the end of each month.• Monitoring financial transactions and reports.• Processing accounts receivable and payable.• Preparing budget and income sheets.• Ordering supplies and equipment as authorized by management.• Providing financial advice and guidance to the hotel management.Required skills and qualifications:• Proven bookkeeping experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and accounting software, such as Hotel software.• Proficiency in English and in MS Office.• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.• OND/HND/BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, or relevant certification.Accommodation:layover and accommodation is provided.