Tourism Promotion Services (TPS), Serena Hotels is a collection of 22 up-market hotels, safari lodges, camps and resorts within 7 Countries in the Eastern Africa region (Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Mozambique, Uganda, Rwanda, DR Congo).
We are well-known for our presence in magnificent locales, as well as our high standards of service and professionalism. Serena recognizes that people resources are our most valuable asset, and significant resources are invested annually in staff development.
We are seeking skilled persons for the job of financial controller at the Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel. Responsibility would include:
Job Purpose:
The Financial Controller is in charge of the hotel’s financial management and reporting to ensure its financial health, record accuracy, and compliance with applicable legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the creation and implementation of the unit’s long-term financial strategy, in accordance with the broader business strategy.
- Collaborate with other senior leaders and department heads to give financial insights to support strategic efforts.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, and profitability improvement across all departments and the unit.
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax legislation, and other financial reporting requirements.
- Prepare and monitor the hotel’s financial statements.
- Analyze financial data to provide insights into the hotel’s performance and trends, allowing management to make informed decisions.
- Accurate production of the unit’s accounts and reports.
- Monitoring compliance with rules, procedures, and controls.
- Implement best practices for financial management and reporting throughout the organization.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
- A professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA) is required, as well as membership in Tanzania’s National Board of Accountants and Auditors.
- Having an undergraduate degree in a comparable discipline will be advantageous.
- Proven expertise in financial management for at least 8 years, ideally in the hospitality or hotel industries.
- Applicants who have met the requirements are urged to submit their applications, together with certified copies of their certificates, to:
Human Resources Director, Tourism Promotion Services, Eastern Africa
How to Apply:
Sent via email to: Jobvacancy.kenya@serenahotels.com on or before 8th October 2024
