Accountant – Hospitality & Hotel (Naivasha)

About the role

Our client in the hospitality sector is seeking an Accountant to manage the day‑to‑day financial operations of a restaurant and conference facility. You will ensure accurate reporting, effective cost control, statutory compliance and provide timely financial information to support management decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Manage the general ledger, perform bank, cash and ledger reconciliations, and monitor cash flow.
• Reconcile daily restaurant sales from the POS system with cash, mobile‑money, card and bank receipts.
• Verify conference and event revenues against bookings and invoices.
• Process supplier invoices, manage accounts payable and receivable, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, monitor departmental expenditures and analyse food & beverage costs.
• Collaborate with Stores and Procurement teams on inventory records and periodic stock counts.
• Support payroll processing and ensure compliance with PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy and other statutory deductions.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan statutory tax and social security regulations.
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines and maintain robust internal controls.

Required skills

• POS system