About the Role
Villa Park Hotels and Suites is a premier hospitality destination located in a secure and serene environment in Lagos, offering guests pure luxury, privacy, and exceptional service since 2007. We are currently seeking a meticulous and dedicated Experienced Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the hotel's financial reporting, maintain rigorous accounting controls, and ensure that our daily revenue, payroll, and departmental budgets are managed with absolute accuracy to support our continued business growth.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare comprehensive monthly management accounts, financial statements, budgets, and cash-flow forecasts.
- Reconcile bank accounts, guest ledgers, supplier accounts, and daily revenue streams from rooms, food, beverages, and other hotel services.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and efficient month-end closing processes.
- Monitor operating costs, inventory values, and departmental budget variances to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinate tax and statutory remittances, support external audits, and maintain complete supporting documentation.
- Strengthen internal financial controls and supervise, mentor, and guide junior accounting staff.
- BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, with demonstrated experience working in a hotel or hospitality business.
- Professional certification such as ICAN or ACCA will be a distinct advantage.
- Proficiency in accounting software, advanced Microsoft Excel, and hotel property management or point-of-sale systems.
- Strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, high integrity, and the proven ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the hospitality industry.
- A secure, supportive, and professional working environment in Lagos.