Chief Accountant

Company: Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 25 June 2026

Company Profile

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City is a premier luxury hospitality destination in Ghana, renowned for delivering world-class service, refined experiences, and exceptional standards of excellence. As part of the globally recognized Kempinski brand, we are committed to operational excellence, financial integrity, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. We seek talented professionals who embody our values and contribute to our culture of excellence.

Position Summary

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to lead the hotel’s accounting operations and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. The successful candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding the financial stability of the property, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and supporting strategic business decisions through sound financial management.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting

• Lead and oversee the hotel’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
• Safeguard the financial integrity of the property and minimize exposure to operational and financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to support management decision-making.

Payroll and Compliance

• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll in compliance with Ghana Labour Law and company policies.
• Maintain strong internal controls across all accounting functions and financial processes.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial governance requirements.
• Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and PCI DSS standards where applicable.

Team Leadership and Development

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop accounting team members to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Assign and monitor daily accounting tasks to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Ensure team members understand their responsibilities and comply with all accounting policies and procedures.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and employee development activities within the accounting function.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Operational Support and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a key finance contact for department managers and provide financial guidance and support when required.
• Collaborate with operational teams to address financial queries and provide relevant reports and analysis.
• Maintain effective communication with the Assistant Controller regarding discrepancies, risks, and operational challenges.
• Support special projects and perform additional finance-related duties as assigned.
• Maintain working knowledge across all accounting functions and provide coverage when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience across diverse hotel accounting functions.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in an accounting management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality accounting practices and financial controls.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting standards, and tax compliance requirements.
• Experience with hospitality accounting systems is an advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Financial reporting and analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Payroll administration
• Internal controls and compliance management
• Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end closing
• Risk management and financial governance
• Accounting systems and ERP software proficiency
• Data analysis and reporting

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Collaborative and service-oriented approach

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A people-oriented leadership style.
• Passion for luxury hospitality and service excellence.
• Strong entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.
• Excellent business acumen and analytical capability.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Flexibility, reliability, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Open-mindedness and the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading luxury hospitality brands.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Dynamic, diverse, and collaborative work environment.
• Exposure to international hospitality standards and best practices.

How to Apply

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