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Recruitment agency · Summit Recruitment & SearchSenior Accountant (Hotel) – Diani, Kenya
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Listed by Summit Recruitment & SearchAll their open roles →KenyaSenior · Not statedCloses Friday, 25 December 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 14 Nov 2026
About this role
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Role overview
A hotel in Diani is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle daily accounting and finance tasks. This role is suited for candidates with experience in senior management within the hospitality sector and who hold relevant professional qualifications.
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What you will do
- Manage payroll and submit statutory deductions such as SHIF, NSSF, and PAYE while maintaining updated employee files.
- Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analysing account information across all business lines.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports.
- Prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts with detailed analysis comparing business performance to budgeted forecasts.
- Manage payables and receivables.
- Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions from inventory and store controllers.
- Reconcile bank and Mpesa statements.
- Ensure compliance with legislation related to taxes, licenses, Tourist Fund, NEMA, and VAT.
Requirements
- Hold a relevant Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Be qualified as CPA or ACCA.
- Have at least 3 years of senior management experience in the hospitality sector.
- Be proficient in accounting systems, general accounting skills, and computer skills, especially Excel.
- Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Possess good communication and time management skills.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before Friday, 25 December 2026.