Chief Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• The Chief Accountant leads the company’s accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial reports. Also, to ensure compliance with the accounting standards and tax legislation.
• To safeguard the financial integrity and stability of the property and minimize any exposure to potential risks. 
• To serve as a point of contact for other department managers.
• Responsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies & Procedures.
• Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.
• Ensure the accurate and timely calculations of employee monthly payroll in accordance with the Ghana Labour Law
• Responsible for understanding and having a working knowledge of all areas in accounting and being able to assist or cover a position if needed.
• Responsible for assisting in maintaining the internal controls in all areas.
• Responsible for ensuring that the accounting staff understands all their duties as well as Policies & Procedures.
• Responsible for supervising and guiding the accounting staff. Distribute tasks as needed.
• Responsible for ensuring that daily accounting tasks are accurate and on time.
• Responsible in assisting during the month-end closing preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Responsible for assisting other managers with arising queries as well as providing them with reports needed for the operation.
• Responsible for assisting with forecasting and budgeting.
• Responsible for hiring, motivating, counseling, coaching, evaluating, scheduling, etc, of the Accounting staff.
• Responsible for performing any additional duties assigned by the assistant controller and assisting in other areas of Finance as needed.
• Responsible for communicating with the assistant controller on any discrepancies or other potential problems.
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree or Masters in Accounting preferred
• 5+ years in diverse hotel accounting roles
• 2+ years in an accounting management position 
• Ability to handle high volume with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
• Works in a safe, prudent and organized manner
• Ability to operate computer and office equipment
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Experience in respective accounting software is a plus
• Knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles and PCI DSS

• People Oriented
• Passionate for European luxury
• Entrepreneurial
• Straightforward
• Analytical thinker
• Business acumen
• Flexible and reliable
• Tolerant and open minded
• Works well under pressure

About
Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.