Accountant – Catering Sector

Job Description

Optimistic Consultants Limited a Recruiting, Training, and Business consultation for hospitality industry company, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant – Catering Sector

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Finance Manager / General Manager

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to manage the financial operations of our catering business.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily accounting activities, monitoring cost efficiency, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing management with timely financial reports to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for all catering operations, including events, daily sales, purchases, and expenses.
• Reconcile bank statements, supplier accounts, and petty cash.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Prepare, monitor, and review budgets for catering projects and events.
• Track food and beverage costs, identify variances, and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Ensure cost-effective procurement in line with financial targets.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Manage invoices, payments, and receipts for suppliers and clients.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables and ensure timely payments to vendors.

Payroll Management:

• Process staff salaries, wages, and allowances in line with company policy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions (PAYE, pensions, taxes, etc.).

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare periodic financial statements (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Provide management with profit and loss reports, cash flow analysis, and variance reports.
• Support in preparing year-end accounts and liaising with auditors.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and company policies.
• Implement strong internal controls for cash handling, stock management, and expense monitoring.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years accounting experience, preferably in the catering, hospitality, or food service sector.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Tally) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and support event-based operations.
• Strong integrity and attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Financial planning and analysis.
• Cost management in food and beverage operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen, operations, and procurement teams.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: davidsamueltechs@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.