Wednesday 10 March 2021

Senior Accountant at Royal Nairobi Golf Club (RNGC)

Royal Nairobi Golf Club (RNGC) is more than 100 years old. The club was inaugurated as a nine hole course as far back as 1906. The golf club is named after British King George V. “Royal” and reciprocates with all other “Royal” chartered clubs worldwide. RNGC was later bestowed the Royal Charter on 15th July 1936 by the Keeper of the Privy Purse.The Club celebrated its Centenary in 2006 which was well attended by members from Royal Golf Clubs from all over the world. RNGC is located in very close proximity to vibrant Nairobi city along one of Nairobi’s longest roads: Ngong Road. As one tees off hole number 1 and 2, the Ngong Hills are in clear view and form a stunning backdrop to the two opening holes. The course is well maintained with excellent facilities and there is also a swimming pool adjacent to the club house and a squash court. Royal Nairobi Golf Club reciprocates with many Royal Clubs worldwide.

Main purpose of the job:

Reporting to the Finance Manager of Royal Nairobi Golf Club, the Senior Accountant will be in charge of the Club’s finance/ accounting management and office administration. The office holder will oversee Finance /Accounting, stores and office Administration functions.

Responsibilities

Cash flow management

  • Oversee debt collection
  • Oversee and coordinate accounts payable and other payments
  • Oversee cash disbursements in accordance with financial management policies
  • Facilitates accounts receivable collections through phone calls, emails and letters.

Bank reconciliations review

  • Review bank and other cash reconciliations
  • Ensure reconciling items are dealt with promptly

Oversee period end closing process

  • Conduct month-end closing and year-end closing activities
  • Maintain balance sheet support schedules
  • Review Trial balance for accuracy
  • Prepare monthly management accounts
  • Prepare annual final accounts
  • Coordinate external and internal financial audit

Fixed Assets Management

  • Maintain accurate fixed assets register
  • Ensure adherence to organisation’s depreciation policy

Budgeting

  • Liaise with other department on budget proposals
  • Consolidate proposals into the draft budget

Administration

  • Ensure that the accountants meet their reporting obligations, and that the reports originating from them are accurate, reliable, useful and timely.
  • Oversees member billing and collection procedures.
  • Keep all financial records in safe custody.
  • Ensure compliance and consistency with RNGC financial policies and procedures.
  • Ensure that internal controls, policies and procedures are maintained and improved upon.
  • Guide, manage and supervise accountants, controller and store team in general.
  • Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business related studies together with professional qualifications in CPA (K)/ ACCA.
  2. At least three (3) years of experience managing a finance department team, preferably in hospitality sector.
  3. Member of ICPAK/ ACCA or a recognized accounting professional body.
  4. Computer literate with special skills on POS software and ERP.
  5. Must be a person of high integrity.
  6. Knowledge of payroll processing and related taxes.
  7. Experience with computerized accounting.
  8. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  9. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

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