Accounts Payable Accountant at Swiss-Belinn Nairobi

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

• Bank all the incomes in the Hotel (cash, currency, and cheques) on a daily basis.
• Answering all vendor inquiries and reconciling weekly/monthly statements.
• Assist with supplier calls, inquiries, and disputes.
• Preparing Month-end reconciliations of Accounts Payable.
• Oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable.
• Provide accounts payable daily, weekly, and monthly reports including (without limitation) creditors aging reports, reconciliation reports, voucher activities, cash status reports etc.
• Reconciling all invoices, ensuring products and services were received.
• Processing and preparing weekly cheque payments, obtaining authorizing signatures, and filing
• Assist in liaising with vendors and suppliers to resolve payment discrepancies, negotiate payment terms, and ensure timely payment.
• Post daily banking in SunSytems.
• Reconcile the prepayments and paid-out accounts in SunSytems

JOB SPECIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or its equivalent.
• Previous relevant experience as accounts payable is required;
• at least three years of accounting experience within a comparable hotel is preferred.
• At least CPA Part 2.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook (MS Office).
• Proficiency in Hotel Finance Systems-Micros, Opera, Materials Control, and SunSystems.
• Ability to proactively flag and manage issues.
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and source for alternatives.