Chief Accountant

Company Description

About Our Hotel

The iconic Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is a luxury 5-star resort located in the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy in Nanyuki, Kenya. The hotel is rooted in history and has evolved from the vision of its founding members in the early 1930’s as a hunting ground to a beautiful story today as a hotel within a conservancy. The organization plays a crucial role in its host community through conservation and sustainability initiatives. As part of the conservation work, the property has a goal to rehabilitate and release the antelope species called the “Mountain Bongo’s” who were heading towards extinction and hence continues to make historic strides for future generations.

Nestled in the lush foothills of Mount Kenya, it is strategically located on the Equator offering 100 luxury rooms and villas. The hotel features a prestigious main structure that reflects the 1950’s colonial architectural design with a luxury country club feel, complemented by independent quaint cottages, including William Holden’s original cottage which offers breathtaking views of the mountain.

The hotel guests can indulge in an array of exciting outdoor activities including animal orphanage visits, destination dining, bongo tracking, horse riding in the forest/conservancy, phenomenal breakfasts at the slopes of Mount Kenya, and open fire dinner concepts at the foothills of the Mountain. Moreover, the F&B offerings include an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining grill restaurant, a bar, and banquets/wedding destinations.

Job Description

What will you be doing:

·Support Director of Finance in managing the finance team, providing leadership and direction to the accounts payables and Income audit functions

·Be responsible for ensuring all finance operations are in line with Internal Audit policies

·Ensure all Finance Operations are in line with applicable legislation and external audit requirement

·Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring efficient completions and manage the month-end process

·Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures

·Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual reports

·Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures

·Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met

·Ensure accurate and efficient monthly, quarterly and year end close

·Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures

·Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs

·Continuously manage and support budget and forecast activities and assist Departmental Leaders as required

·Oversee the financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process

·Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses

·Analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues

·Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures; provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems

Qualifications

Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent from an accredited and renowned University.

·Professional Finance or Accounting Certification (i.e. CPA).

·Four (4) years or more experience in Finance, preferably within a premium property in a similar role

·Excellent knowledge of finance processes and policies, cost control and fund management optimization.

·Good understanding of core hotelier operations and the luxury hospitality industry.

·Strong budgeting, financial planning and financial modelling skills.

·Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

·Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information

You will enroll in the workplace pension scheme

·Private medical insurance as per Hotel offering

·Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.

·Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career

·Employee Benefits Card offering discounted rates in Accor Worldwide

·Learning programs through our Academies

·Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!

·Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility Activities, like Planet 21.