Accountant – F&B Industry (Head Office, Multi-Unit Restaurants)

The Accountant will oversee centralized accounting for a chain of restaurants from the Head Office. The role includes managing reconciliations (AP/AR, bank, intercompany, petty cash), month-end closing, prepaid schedules, accruals, and audit support. The Accountant will also assist the Finance Manager in reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Closing

• Prepare and execute month-end closing activities including accruals, journal entries, and reconciliations.

• Consolidate financials from multiple outlets into centralized management reports.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Process and reconcile AP/AR transactions for both customers and suppliers.

• Monitor collections from customers and delivery partners; ensure timely supplier payments.

• Resolve discrepancies and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.

Reconciliations

• Perform accurate and timely bank reconciliations.

• Conduct intercompany reconciliations between outlets and head office.

• Manage petty cash reconciliations across outlets and verify expense claims.

Reporting & Budgeting

• Support the Finance Manager in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.

Prepaids & Accruals

• Prepare and maintain prepaid schedules for rent, insurance, and other advance payments.

• Record and monitor accruals to ensure accurate matching of costs to revenues.

Audit & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with VAT and other regulatory requirements.

• Prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.

• Maintain organized records to support audit and compliance reviews.