The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. Reporting to the Cluster Director of Finance and Business Support, the Finance Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial reporting and controlling requirements of the hotel's departments. The role involves supervising all revenues, expenses, and inventories while planning and coordinating the activities of personnel involved in accounting and other financial functions.
Responsibilities
Organize and direct the team to supervise all revenues and expenses, as well as all inventories.
Manage day-to-day financial reporting and controlling requirements of the departments.
Review and analyze management accounts.
Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the activities of the personnel involved in accounting and other financial functions of the organization.
Analyze and interpret financial data and recommend changes to improve financial performance.
Maintain an account of all the transactions of the organization.
Oversee budget and cost controls, financial analysis, accounting practices, and reports.
Bring any matter which may affect the interests of the hotel to the attention of Management.
Assist the Cluster Director of Finance (DOF) in the preparation of Annual Budgets.
Identify optimal, cost-effective use of resources and educate the team on the same.
Prepare Monthly Management Accounts and periodical Management Information Reports.
Monitor budgetary and key performance indicator (KPI) movements.
Liaise with company auditors and regulators.
Develop financial reporting and accounting systems.
Manage the development of accounting admissions, credit/collections, and internal control policies.
Recommend to management on issues related to Stock Management and Inventory controlling.
Perform all other functions as assigned by Management.
Ensure accurate record-keeping and implement effective financial controlling and control systems.
Qualifications and Requirements
A graduate degree in Business or CPA (K) certification.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position within the hospitality industry.
Previous experience with financial reports, P&L, and balance sheets.
Prior experience working with Accounting Systems and POS (Sun, Opera, Micros, Silverware).
Leadership skills that utilize persuasion and motivation to attain organizational goals.
Demonstrated honesty, integrity, ethical behavior, tactfulness, openness, and cultural awareness.
Ability to accept responsibility and enhance organizational performance.
Self-confidence, motivation, drive, and tenacity.
Ability to clearly delegate tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to think strategically, inductively, and creatively.
Physical Aspects of the Position
Frequent sitting and walking throughout the shift.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts portal on SmartRecruiters by following this link: Apply Here.
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