InterContinental Lagos is located on Victoria Island, in the centre of Lagos home to the majority of foreign embassies and multinational companies, making it the perfect residence for affluent business and diplomatic travellers. Built on an elevated terrain overlooking Lagos's port and the city below, the 19 storey hotel offers uninterrupted, spectacular views of Lagos Skyline. InterContinental Lagos comprises of 352 well-appointed, elegantly decorated rooms and suites as well as a Club InterContinental floor.
What is your passion? Whether you're into tennis, baking or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. We employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our progressive & committed opening team at the InterContinental Lagos.
We are currently recruiting for the position below:
Job Title: Assistant Director of Finance and Business Support - IC
Job Number: LAG0003 Location: Lagos
Description
Are you ready to be a Assistant Director of Finance and Business Support
As part of our commitment to giving you Room to Grow, we want you to have the information necessary to take advantage of career opportunities worldwide. Is your career goal taking you toward a position as Assistant Director of Finance and Business Support? If so, read on and see if this position is what you're looking
Key Responsibilities
Assist and provide financial guidance in the formulation and implementation of Strategic Plan, Budget and Key Performance Objectives
Cash flow projection and performance through controls on inventory, credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances
Prepares monthly position of actual results against budget, analyse results and recommend to Executive Committee measures required to meet budget
Prepare consolidated quarterly position assessments for the General Manager
Implement and review financial controls and policies
Design internal reporting systems required by the department and hotel
Evaluate existing internal control measures that apply to accounting procedures and computer systems
Employ adequate internal control procedures to ensure correct authorization for payment procedures
Manage internal and external audits when they occur
Provides administrative support to Management with reference to policy enforcement, business advice and operational assistance
Obtains appropriate legal counsel regarding the business practices of the hotel and maintains an awareness of local laws, rules and regulations
Capital expenditure compliance and approval
Recommends and maintains appropriate list of delegation of authority for hotel management
Reviews prices and recommends pricing strategy to the General Manager
Implements and maintains acceptable accounting practices and procedures as required by InterContinental Hotels Group Policy, generally accepted accounting practices, and as affected by local conditions
Select and monitor the local banking arrangements made for the operation of the Hotel in conjunction with the Shareholders
Submit the reporting package monthly in KHI format including the P&L, Balance sheet, Cash flow, FF&E reconciliation and AR aged analysis in accordance with IFRS.
Maintain detailed Fixed Asset Register.
Handle the corporate tax on behalf of Owning Company.
Liaise with Company Secretary, legal counsel, auditors and banks on various matters.
Qualifications and Technical skills
Educational:
Demonstrated ability to interact with customers, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
Good Communication and writing skills
Technical Skills:
Excellent knowledge of hotel accounting software(s) - Acom
Basic knowledge of hotel reservations system(s) e.g. Opera, Fidelio
Basic knowledge of hotel point of sales system(s) e.g. Micros
Negotiation and effective presentation skills
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. CCA preferred.
Experience:
4-8 years in hotel accounting or audit with at least one year in an Assistant Controller or similar supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Remuneration and Benefits
You already know IHG has some of the best benefits available. If you're successful in getting this job you'll be able to take advantage of those benefits and make the most of our commitment to give you Room to grow.
Application Closing Date
10:59:00pm 22nd October, 2015.