ACCOUNTANT

Job Summary

Maintain and manage comprehensive accounting records and financial reporting for Food & Beverage operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency to support business decision-making and operational cost control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records for all Food & Beverage operations to ensure financial integrity.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports and management accounts to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions to maintain up-to-date financial data.
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements, customer accounts, and inventory records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor food and beverage sales, revenue, expenses, and profit margins to track financial performance.
• Prepare invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and journal entries to document financial transactions.
• Monitor inventory costs, food costs, beverage costs, and operational expenses to control expenditures.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for Food & Beverage operations to support business growth.
• Process payroll and ensure timely payment of salaries and statutory contributions where applicable to comply with regulations.
• Prepare tax returns and ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, suppliers, and government authorities during audits and financial reviews to facilitate smooth processes.
• Prepare cost analysis reports and recommend measures to improve cost control and operational efficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information while ensuring accurate financial records.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned by management.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the Food & Beverage or hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, inventory accounting, food cost control, and taxation.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality of financial information.