Assistant Financial Controller at Hilton Kinshasa at Valor Hospitality

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Job Description

Job Title: Hotel Assistant Financial Controller

Company: Hilton Kinshasa, Managed by Valor Hospitality Partners

Location: Kinshasa, DRCAbout Us

Valor Hospitality Partners is a global hospitality management company that partners with renowned hotel brands to deliver each property’s full commercial potential. At Hilton Kinshasa, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture of continuous learning and excellence. We are currently seeking an experienced Hotel Assistant Financial Controller to join our team in Kinshasa.Our Culture

Our mission is to go beyond traditional hospitality by building meaningful connections and creating memorable experiences for both guests and team members. Our people-focused culture is driven by passion, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, allowing us to reimagine hospitality through outstanding service.The Role

This role will assist in leading the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, operational excellence, internal controls, and people development. The Assistant Financial Controller plays a key part in driving compliance, performance, and financial integrity in support of the hotel’s strategic goals.

Job Industry

Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

What’s in a Day’s Work?

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Review general ledger accounts and reconcile balance sheet items
  • Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Prepare financial reports and detailed analysis to support management decision-making

Operational Oversight

  • Supervise accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Income Audit
  • Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and daily cash management processes
  • Assist with inventory control, cost analysis, and support internal audit processes
  • Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal financial and tax regulations

Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of internal financial controls
  • Work closely with department heads to ensure adherence to approved budgets
  • Coordinate and assist with internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is prepared and submitted as required
  • Help maintain financial integrity and mitigate operational and financial risks

Team Leadership

  • Provide hands-on guidance, training, and support to junior accounting staff
  • Review work for accuracy and timeliness, and coach team members toward continuous improvement
  • Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment within the finance team

System and Software Management

  • Use SUN accounting software to record and manage financial transactions (essential)
  • Support the integration and operation of Micros Materials Control software with financial systems
  • Utilize the Opera property management system for financial reporting (essential)

Cost and Budget Management

  • Assist in preparing budgets and monitoring expenses to ensure cost control
  • Support the identification of cost-saving opportunities and implementation of financial improvements

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, within the hospitality industry
  • Proficiency in SUN accounting software is essential
  • Experience with Opera property management and Micros Materials Control systems will secure
  • Strong people management and leadership abilities, with experience supervising a team
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
  • Proficiency in financial management tools and software
  • Preferred Candidate
  • Previous working experience in Africa is an advantage and will secure

Special Benefits for this Position

  • Competitive salary and benefits package EXPAT package
  • Before applying, please consider the following screening questions:
  • Do you have experience managing a team in a finance role?
  • Are you familiar with SUN accounting software, Opera property management systems, and Micros Materials Control?
  • Do you have previous accounting experience within the hospitality indust

Application Process

Close Date

04/07/2025