Senior Accountant
- Mauritius
- Not disclosed
- Permanent
- Added 13/08/2025
- Closing 12/09/2025
- Dana Schierhout
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Lead accounting operations with precision, ensure compliance, mentor teams, and support departmental excellence.
Overview of Responsibilities
- To perform all duties as designated by the HOD and be able to carry out the functions of the department during the HOD's absence
Minimum Academic / Technical / Professional Qualifications- Degree in Accounting
- Microsoft Tools such as: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Well versed with PMS & Accounting software (Sun & Ametist)
Past Experiences- At least a minimum of 5 years' experience within the same field and position
Other Related Responsibilities - Sustainable Development (Planet 21)- Responsible to abide by the ACCOR Policy in regard to the Sustainable Development program (Planet 21)
Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger
- Manage the accounting team with their core duties and responsibilities
- Ensure the reliability of the financial statement with schedules set in place
- Implementation of an internal control system for accounting processes
- Ensure the compliance with IFRS and IAS
- Review and implementation of an accurate financial statement & financial position on a monthly basis
- Management of the balance sheet and income, set as per deadlines
- Monitoring of strict working capital & cash flow
- Reconciliation of TB with the PL listing
- Ensure that all contra accounts are cleared out on a monthly basis
- Work out the monthly provisions to be booked as per group guidelines
- Assist in the preparation of special statistical reports which may be required by local management, government authorities, and Regional Office
- Maintain all necessary financial controls, systems, and processes to ensure accurate postings in the books
- Complete and detailed review of all ledger balances & close monitoring of the FAR
- Ensure that all accounting staff are fully aware of the Chart of Accounts
- Management of a properly and accurately implemented accounting software
- Ensure that all legislative documentation is kept and well filed
- Guarantee submission of all taxes and returns on a timely basis and adequate filing of all required listings
- Ensure that all processes and DOA in place are complied with
Budget / Monthly Forecast- Prepare departmental PLs as per Sun classifications on Excel for budget and forecast purposes
- Assist the HOD in compiling departmental budgets, forecasts, and business plans
- Input the approved budget figures into the Sun System
External Audit- Assist the external auditors
- Ensure that the audit file is prepared well before the arrival of auditors
- Communicate any discrepancies to the reporting head before points are mentioned in the management letter
Supervision & Other Duties- Be fully acquainted with the company's accounting system, its policies & procedures, and those of the hotel
- Conduct weekly/regular departmental meetings and send minutes to HOD
- Set guidelines and deadline dates for each employee's monthly work to ensure timely financial reporting
- Filing and archive management
- Ensure consistency and continuity of the accounting process and ensure no delay
- Conduct yearly performance appraisals and provide employees with regular feedback on their performance
- Project a positive and motivated attitude at all times and exercise self-control
- Assist in building an efficient team of employees by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety, and development.
- Encourage good relationships with colleagues and all other departments
- Ensure that all employees report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform/attire and nametag at all times
- Ensure employees maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene and adhere to the hotel and department appearance standards
- Control absenteeism
- Ensure that all employees provide a friendly, courteous, and professional service at all times
- Assist in training employees to ensure they have the necessary skills to perform their duties efficiently and productively
- Ensure that all employees read and understand the hotel's Employee Handbook and adhere to the company's rules and regulations, especially regarding Fire, Hygiene, Health, and Safety
- Respond to any departmental changes as dictated by the needs of the industry, brand, or hotel
- Be flexible and carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within job capabilities as assigned, including redeployment to alternative departments/areas if required to meet business demands and guest service needs
- Attend trainings and meetings as and when required
- Provide updated information to Management and other departments
- Assess situations and react accordingly through analysis and perspective
- Be available in front of guests and colleagues, and serve as an example for other employees
- Ensure rosters are posted and timesheets are submitted on time