ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ CHIKHO HOTEL  

POSITION: ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT 

Location: Kasungu 

OVERVIEW 

Chikho Hotel is urgently seeking to hire a well experienced and reliable Assistant Accountant to perform daily financial operations, including income auditing, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, inventory management, statutory tax compliance and month-end closure to support the hotel's financial needs.  

The position is tenable at Chikho Hotel – Kasungu and reports to the Finance Manager  

Key Responsibilities  

a) Daily Accounting: Verify all transactions, maintain accurate records, and prepare Daily Revenue Reports.  

b) Financial Controls: Oversee accounts receivable/payable, handle petty cash, and reconcile bank accounts.  

c) Inventory & Purchasing: Collaborate with storekeepers to verify inventory data and verify invoices.  

d) Reporting: Assist the Finance Manager with monthly budget tracking, forecasting, and audit preparation.  

e) Tax & Compliance: Ensure timely, accurate filing of statutory taxes (VAT, PAYE, etc.).  

Minimum Requirements  

a) Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.  

b) Three (3) years of professional accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.  

c) Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Sage) and MS Excel.  

d) Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles  

e) Excellent numeracy, analytical skills, and attention to detail.  

Application Process  

Interested candidates should submit their application letters and updated CVs to:  

hr@chikhohotels.com  

Deadline: March 30, 2026  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.