Accountant

Our Client Our Client, a restaurant, seeks to employ an Accountant.

Key Responsibilities

Record and maintain accurate financial transactions. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports. Monitor sales, expenses, cash flow, and profitability. Reconcile cash, POS, bank, and other payment accounts. Monitor accounts payable and receivable. Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Monitor daily sales and identify revenue variances. Track food, beverage, and operating costs. Monitor inventory usage and wastage. Identify financial leakages and recommend corrective actions. Ensure compliance with approved prices, budgets, and financial policies. Identify new business and revenue opportunities for the restaurant.

Develop ideas for new products, services, promotions, and revenue streams. Conduct basic market and competitor analysis. Develop business proposals and financial projections for new ideas. Work with management to test and implement viable business ideas. Identify opportunities to increase customer spending and improve profitability.

Provide financial information to support management decision-making. Analyse business performance and recommend areas for improvement. Participate in management and strategy meetings. Support the development of business plans and growth strategies .

Requirements

B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification is an advantage. Minimum of 2–3 years’ accounting experience, preferably in hospitality. Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/POS systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good understanding of restaurant operations and cost management. Ability to identify and develop new business opportunities. Strong communication and teamwork skills.