Sora Restaurant is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, Finance & Account
Location: Oniru, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The principal duty of a protocol officer is to foster understanding and cooperation between individuals, corporations, organizations and foreign bodies.
The incumbent manages all ticketing administration processes in the most efficient and cost-effective manner for the business – queue management, schedule changes, cancellations, exchanges, re-issues, debit memos, e-ticketing, etc
Job Description
Daily Financial Operations:
Resolution of all billing-related disputes.
Analyze Accounts Payable, Receivable on a weekly basis.
Review all ledger details e.g. guest ledger, and deposit ledgers to validate proper payment and revenue posting.
Review all postings, payments, revenue, and guest balance reports daily.
Ensure that all statutory details (TIN, Company Registration no. etc.) are displayed on the guest invoices and bills and relevant taxes are properly applied.
Ensuring that cash flows are adequate to allow business units to operate effectively.
Maintain banking relationships and negotiated loans and merchant services for business units.
Maintains files of all contracts, insurance policies, tax reports, expenses, payroll, etc.
Maintaining and transferring money between bank accounts as required.
Inventory Management:
Design and implement an inventory tracking system to optimize inventory control procedures.
Examine the levels of supplies and raw material to determine shortages.
Ensure the documentation of daily deliveries and shipments to update inventory.
Ensure Preparation of detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.
Evaluate new inventory to ensure it’s ready for shipment.
Coordinate daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.
Supervise the Ordering of new supplies to avoid inefficiencies or excessive surplus.
Analyze different suppliers and negotiate to obtain the best cost-effective deals.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare and analyze financial reports for the management’s team.
Ensure accurate and timely financial statements.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Develop and manage the annual budgets for the restaurant & lounge.
Conduct financial forecasting and variance analysis.
Cost Control:
Implement cost control measures to optimize expenses.
Analyze operational costs and identify areas for improvement.
Revenue Management:
Bills A/R accounts daily and sends the same to guests along with the supporting bills and statements.
Follow up on any accounts within 3 days to ensure the customer has received the invoice and does not have any questions.
Review the Accounts Receivable (A/R) aging reports daily.
Contribute to revenue management strategies to maximize profitability.
Monitor revenue streams and identify opportunities for growth.
Audit and Compliance:
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate internal and external audits as needed.
Financial Planning:
Collaborate with restaurant and lounge management to develop financial plans that will align with organizational goals.
Provide financial insights to support decision-making.
Financial Analysis:
Track profit/loss performance by business unit (e.g. Preparation of Monthly Business segment profitability).
Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic initiatives.
Identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Leadership:
Effectively manage the accounting team through respectful communication, clear expectations, relevant training, productive coaching, regular meetings, and appropriate performance management.
Develop and maintain a system of Standard operating policies and procedures that impose an adequate level of control over Finance Department activities.
Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting/Finance, Economics or any relevant field
MSc/MBA or any relevant certification is a plus
Relevant IATA Certifications is an added advantage
At least 8 years of experience in Financial Management and Accounting in the hospitality industry
Skills:
Excellent computer literacy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent mathematical skills
Excellent IFRS and accounting knowledge
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to details
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent sense of ethics
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong multitasking ability
Demonstrable experience in managing and supervising staff with the ability to adopt a hands-on approach as part of a team
High attention to details
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Salary
N800,000 - N900,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
21st April, 2024.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected]using Job Title as the subject of the email.