Accountant

Accountant

• Location: Jamaica - Kingston
• Sector: Revenue Management and Finance
• Contract
• Posted: 12 Jun 2025
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Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accountant to manage and maintain accurate financial record and track all the monetary transactions of the Hotel in compliance with international financial reporting standards.

About the role

The accountant will prepare tax returns, reconcile accounts, process payroll journals, handle statutory filings, and support audits.

Duties & Functions:
• Reconcile bank, petty cash, statutory (NHT, NIS, Ed. Tax, PAYE, HEART), and control accounts monthly.
• Prepare and post journals for lodgements, payroll, depreciation, and other financial transactions.
• Maintain schedules (e.g., prepaid insurance) and ensure journal accuracy and timeliness.
• Check payroll and related journals; prepare net wage account clearances.
• Prepare and submit monthly GCT, room tax, SO1, and withholding tax returns.
• Process salary deductions and payment advices promptly.
• Enter and verify invoices; track and process payments, including commissions.
• Reconcile vendor accounts, resolve discrepancies, and manage vendor communications.
• Ensure timely payment of utilities and other recurring expenses.
• Maintain up-to-date payables records and files.
• Enter transactions (petty cash, invoices) into the accounting system (e.g., Peachtree).
• Monitor account balances and ensure accurate expense tracking and reporting.
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Provide documentation for audits and other financial reviews.
• Prepare bank drafts, RTGS, and wire transfers.

Key Selection Criteria

Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, knowledge of accounting software, and experience with monthly financial reporting and compliance tasks. The candidate should also be able to manage and prioritise a demanding workload.

Education and Experience
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• 1 to 2 years of experience as an Accountant or similar role
• Good Administrative skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Experience with accounting software (eg. Sage)

How to apply

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