Job Description
Delicious Concepts (Pvt) Ltd, the company operating Junior Kuppanna Restaurant and DDC, is looking for a highly qualified, experienced, and practically skilled accounting professional to join our team.
We are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional who can manage the overall accounting and financial operations of the company, covering both Junior Kuppanna and DDC.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- CA Sri Lanka / ACA qualified or finalist, or an equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification.
- AAT qualified candidates with additional professional accounting qualifications will also be considered.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant practical accounting and finance experience.
- Candidates aged 30 years or above are preferred.
- Experience in the Food & Beverage (F&B), restaurant, or hospitality industry is highly preferred.
- Strong practical knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, auditing, and financial management.
- Proven ability to independently manage the complete accounting function of a company.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate should possess strong professional qualifications and proven hands-on accounting experience. The successful applicant must be capable of independently managing the accounting and finance function across the company's business operations, preparing accurate financial statements, handling taxation and audits, and providing reliable financial information to management.
Experience in managing accounts for multiple business operations within the restaurant or hospitality industry will be a significant advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, including professional qualifications, relevant work experience, current salary, and expected salary.
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Number: 070 644 0055
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- 1. Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Manage the overall accounting function of Delicious Concepts (Pvt) Ltd, including Junior Kuppanna Restaurant and DDC.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, reports, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing of accounts.
- Prepare consolidated financial reports and provide accurate financial information to management.
- Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and financial irregularities.
- 2. Financial Management and Analysis
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and the overall financial position of the company.
- Prepare budgets, financial forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
- Analyze revenue, operating expenses, profitability, and financial performance.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support decision-making.
- Monitor financial assets and ensure effective utilisation of company funds.
- 3. Taxation and Statutory Compliance
- Handle applicable tax matters, including VAT, income tax, APIT, and other statutory obligations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Prepare tax computations, reconciliation, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with tax advisors and relevant authorities.
- Ensure timely submission of tax returns and statutory payments.
- 4. Audit and Internal Controls
- Coordinate internal and external audits.
- Prepare audit schedules and supporting financial documents.
- Ensure robust internal controls and financial accounting procedures.
- Monitor and resolve control deficiencies and implement corrective action.
- 5. Banking, Payables and Receivables
- Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Review supplier payments, outstanding balances, and payment schedules.
- Manage bank reconciliations and banking transactions.
- Monitor cash management and banking activities.
- Ensure timely settlement of payments.
- 6. Accounting Systems and Coordination
- Maintain accounting software and ERP systems.
- Ensure compatibility with Microsoft Excel and other financial reporting capabilities.
- Coordinate with other departments and provide timely financial information.
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Excellent practical knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
- Strong experience in monthly closing, reconciliations, and year-end accounting.
- Good knowledge of taxation, auditing, and statutory compliance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent numerical and financial literacy, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team, and independently as required.
- Integrity, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
