Finance Technician

Roles and responsibilities

The role of an accountant involves managing financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial transactions within an organization. The role of an accountant is crucial in maintaining the financial health and integrity of an organization.

Accountants play a key part in facilitating informed decision-making, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and contributing to the overall financial well-being of the company.

ABOUT THE FUNCTION

This function is to provide support to the company’s accounting activities that include maintaining and reporting on both the cost and financial sets of accounts based on statutory requirements and auditing policies. Participate in supporting and affirming the service culture and contributing to the

improvement process along with complying with the work directives, policies and procedures of the Company.

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED AGAINST

• Compliance with Financial and Cost Accounting Systems and Financial Policies and procedure of the Company
• Managing the day to day accounting and internal financial reporting.
• Pro-active communication with fellow Ambassadors, Vendors, and Suppliers always with
• Company’s interests in mind.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Financial Reporting
• Bookkeeping
• Accounting Software
• Excel Skills
• Auditing Skills
• Taxation
• Cost Accounting
• Budgeting and Forecasting

COMPETENCIES

• Fast paced & Resilience
• Problem solving & Creative thinking.
• Proactive & Initiative driven.
• Handling high pressure
• Customer & Stakeholder Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Managerial skills
• Decision making
• Assertiveness
• Continuous Improvement
• Minimum of a high school diploma in Financial Accounting / College degree in Commerce or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 -2 years’ experience in a similar position in a 5-star hospitality company.
• Excellent Excel skills and knowledgeable in using Microsoft Financial and IBM Planning Systems

Desired candidate profile

1. Corporate Finance:

   • Focuses on financial management within companies.
   • Involves capital investment decisions, financing strategies, and managing financial risks.
   • Key activities include budgeting, financial forecasting, and financial reporting.

2. Personal Finance:

   • Concerns individual financial planning and management.
   • Involves budgeting, saving, investing, and retirement planning.
   • Key components include understanding credit, mortgages, and insurance.

3. Investment Finance:

   • Focuses on asset management and investment strategies.
   • Involves analyzing stocks, bonds, real estate, and other investment vehicles.
   • Key activities include portfolio management and investment research.

4. Public Finance:

   • Deals with the financial activities of governments and public institutions.
   • Involves budgeting, taxation, and public expenditure management.
   • Key areas include fiscal policy and public debt management.

5. Financial Markets:

   • Encompasses the platforms where financial instruments are bought and sold.
   • Includes stock markets, bond markets, and foreign exchange markets.
   • Key activities involve trading, market analysis, and regulation.

Essential Skills in Finance:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and trends to inform decisions.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in financial reporting and compliance.
• Communication Skills: Ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, accounting software).