Bookkeeper at Residency Hotel Limited

Residency Hotel Limited is one of the leading hospitality industries in Nigeria with over 10 branches across the nation and more than 30 years in the industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail oriented and trustworthy Bookkeeper to join our hotel team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling daily hotel inflows, monitoring income and expenses, and preparing financial reports for the Managing Director.
• The Bookkeeper will ensure proper documentation of all financial transactions and support the smooth financial operations of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and maintain accurate daily financial transactions of the hotel.
• Reconcile daily cash inflows, POS transactions, bank deposits, and other revenue sources.
• Monitor hotel income from room bookings, restaurant sales, bar sales, event services, and other operational units.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for the Managing Director.
• Verify and reconcile invoices, receipts, and payment records.
• Maintain proper bookkeeping records using accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Track hotel expenditures and ensure proper financial documentation.
• Assist in payroll preparation and staff payment documentation.
• Monitor outstanding payments and follow up on receivables where necessary.
• Support internal audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Work closely with management to identify discrepancies and provide financial insights for decision making.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all financial information.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of OND / HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, Accountant, or similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of hotel accounting operations.
• Experience with financial reconciliation and reporting.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify financial discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

Salary
Attractive and negotiable based on experience and qualification.

Application Closing Date
10th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: rhljobrecruit@gmail.com using "Bookkeper" as the subject of the email.