Hotel Accountant Ojodu Berger

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 Job Title: Hotel Accountant

Location: Ojodu Berger, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Hotel Accountant to oversee the financial operations of our client's hotel located in Berger Ojodu. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring daily revenue, controlling operational costs, and ensuring compliance with all financial regulations. You will play a key role in tracking room revenue, food and beverage sales, and managing daily financial transactions to support the hotel's profitability.

Maintain accurate records of all daily hotel financial transactions, including income, expenses, and receipts. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for management review. Ensure all financial documents and records are properly filed and securely stored. Revenue & Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile daily revenue generated from rooms, the restaurant, bar, and other service centers. Verify sales records against Point of Sale (POS) systems, cash collections, and bank transfers. Reconcile bank statements with internal hotel records and investigate any discrepancies or leakages.

Monitor and manage outstanding corporate and guest accounts to ensure timely collection. Track payments owed to vendors and suppliers, ensuring invoices are properly documented and approved before payment.

Work closely with the purchasing and store departments to monitor inventory consumption (food, beverage, and operational supplies). Verify purchase invoices against approved requisitions and actual deliveries to prevent financial loss. Assist management in identifying areas of unnecessary expenditure and enforcing strict cost-control measures.

Prepare and verify staff payroll, ensuring accurate calculation of salaries, deductions, and allowances. Manage and disburse petty cash, maintaining strict controls and documentation for operational payments.

Ensure the hotel complies with all local tax regulations (e.g., VAT, PAYE) and statutory deductions. Assist in preparing financial records for internal and external audits.

Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 1 to 3 years of proven experience working as an Accountant (experience in the hospitality or hotel industry is a strong advantage). Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or hotel-specific PMS) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Must reside within or in close proximity to the Berger Ojodu / Ikeja axis.

Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. High level of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of financial information. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with various hotel departments.

N150,000 - N200,000 monthly. Application Closing Date

26th November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.