Accountant

West Side Beach Resort & Hotel is located in Ajah, Lagos. The beach has been open to the public for the past four years, while the hotel was established last year. The resort offers a serene, safe, and well-maintained environment, making it an ideal destination for relaxation, leisure, business, and special events.

With its peaceful beachfront setting and comfortable accommodation, West Side Beach Resort & Hotel provides an enjoyable experience for both guests and employees. The resort is committed to delivering excellent hospitality and quality service in a conducive and welcoming atmosphere.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accountant

Job Location: Ajah, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Controlling the payroll
• Producing an accurate set of month-end accounts, with comparisons to forecasts and previous periods
• Preparing profit and loss accounts and the balance sheet for senior management
• Assisting in preparing budgets and business planning, including projected room revenue
• Reconciling bank statements
• Ensuring legislation is followed regarding VAT and PAYE
• Chasing late payments, reporting bad debts and keeping a careful eye on the cash flow

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications like ICAN, is an advantage.
• 5 to 10 years of general accounting experience, ideally within a hotel
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage), and specialized hotel property management systems (PMS).
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, integrity in handling confidential data, and strong communication skills.
• IT knowledge, as transactions are usually done through computerised systems, electronic cash tills and so on.

Salary
N250,000 - N300,000 monthly.