Income Auditor

Key Responsibilities of an Income Auditor is to verify and reconcile all revenue centers as reported in the daily Income Journal

• Daily Revenue Auditing:

  Reviewing and auditing various revenue streams, including rooms, food and beverage (F&B), banquets, and miscellaneous income, ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly and supported by appropriate documentation.

• Reconciliation and Balancing:

  Reconciling front desk records, point-of-sale (POS) systems, credit card transactions, and cash receipts to ensure all daily settlements and revenue reports are in balance.

• Report Preparation:

  Preparing daily and monthly financial reports for management, including revenue reports, income journals, and analysis of financial statements.

• Discrepancy Investigation:

  Investigating any discrepancies or unusual transactions in revenue, rebates, folios, or guest accounts, and escalating issues to the Credit Manager or relevant departments for action.

• Adherence to Policies and Procedures:

  Ensuring all financial activities, including collections and credit card transactions, adhere to hotel policies and procedures.

• Internal Controls and Compliance:

  Following internal procedures to ensure compliance with tax obligations and internal audit recommendations and maintaining organized financial records.

• Month-End Closing Activities:

  Assisting with month-end closing processes, including preparing journal vouchers and reconciling control ledgers.

• Surprise Checks:

  Conducting surprise checks on various hotel departments, such as rooms, F&B, and laundry, to ensure adherence to procedures and proper revenue recording.

• Communication and Collaboration:

  Providing support and clear communication to other departments, especially the front desk, regarding exchange rates, night audit issues, and any other relevant financial matters.

• Collect and audit paperwork from all revenue centers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Review and balance rebates, paid outs, miscellaneous charges, and other financial transactions
• Prepare and distribute daily business reports summarizing revenue data
• Maintain accurate and organized filing systems for all financial reports and source documentation
• Perform detailed audits on catering functions and other hotel services
• Assist with month-end closing procedures and balance sheet account analysis
• Handle guest inquiries related to accounting matters, including folio requests and credit card inquiries
• Process invoices for miscellaneous guest charges in a timely manner
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and financial regulations

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Diploma in Accountancy or its equivalent
• Must be paid up Members of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)
• Minimum 3 years in the same position in a 4/5-star hotel or in an Audit Firm.
• Natural attitude towards providing excellent quality service.
• Good command of English Language. (Written & Spoken)
• Able to work under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Strong analytical abilities to review financial data, detect discrepancies, and propose solutions.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with accounting software and revenue management systems.

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