Job Title: Internal Auditor
Reporting To: Group Audit Manager
Duties:
Check on outstanding arrivals in the system. Charge no-shows or release rooms if necessary with proper documented explanations
Ensure departures expected for the following day are completed by the night cashier in readiness for check-out
Physically check rooms shown as unoccupied or OOO/OOS in Opera and confirm status as indicated (on a surprise basis, day and night)
Check housekeeping discrepancy report for the shift (day or night)
Check all bills transferred to PM rooms and query length of stay in system, reason for them being outstanding, mode of transfer/approval to PM
Get reasons for rooms being checked-in while the previous guest has not been checked-out (double room occupancy) if any
Confirm signatures on paid-out receipts, bills paid by credit cards or charged to room of in-house guest (e.g. AI bills) with specimen signature on registration card
Check the day’s credit card transactions against Opera and PDQ postings, ensuring banking has been done for the day on a shift basis
Check mode of settlement/payment of bills and confirm authenticity
Check rate variance report against rates schedules (contracts) and obtain reasons for variances
Check all discounts given to room charges and obtain authentication on approval at the right level as per discount policy
Check for reasons for postings to lost interface and check that they have been re-posted to the correct rooms subsequently
Print out and obtain approval documentation for the day’s adjustments/allowances (all revenue reductions) and check authenticity
Check that cashier log-ins to Opera/Micros agrees with the time table and obtain reasons from FOM/Outlet Manager respectively where different (on a test basis)
Check all guests in-house on complimentary for proper written approval
Check day rooms occupied in the day and trace for revenue collection. If no revenue, check for notes and approval in writing by FOM/GM or designate on the guest relations’ diary
Check pre-billings, deposits received and deposits applied reports and ensure correct tagging
Review all posting splits/corrections, transfer postings and cancelled payments
Run the night audit and end-of-day procedure
Compile the night audit pack (Open balances-both PM and guest rooms, credit limit, complimentary rooms, paid-outs/refunds, rooms discrepancy, guests in house, modes of payment, manager report, rate variance adjustments, room moves, transfer postings, routing and cashiers’ user log reports among others) and place in docket/file for review by FOM/GM in the morning
Ensure Opera PMS end of day reports have been circulated timely
Write down anything that needs follow up after each end of day procedure and notify reporting to supervisor.
Handle any other audit work
Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Skills/Qualifications:
Finance & auditing background
3 years experience in hotel/hospitality industry
Experience in Opera PMS an added advantage
Experience with SUN system, Fidelio and OPRA.
Applications Accepted By E-mail Addressed to: recruit@odumont.com
Monday, 12 March 2012
Accountant - Accounts Receivable Job in Kenya
Job Title: Accountant - Accounts Receivable
Reporting To: Group Audit Manager
Job Purpose:The person in this position will be responsible for the entire lodge’s Opera Lite software Operations and accounting work.
Duties:
Check on outstanding arrivals in the system. Charge no-shows or release rooms if necessary with proper documented explanations
Ensure departures expected for the following day are completed by the night cashier in readiness for check-out
Physically check rooms shown as unoccupied or OOO/OOS in Opera and confirm status as indicated (on a surprise basis, day and night)
Check housekeeping discrepancy report for the shift (day or night)
Check all bills transferred to PM rooms and query length of stay in system, reason for them being outstanding, mode of transfer/approval to PM
Get reasons for rooms being checked-in while the previous guest has not been checked-out (double room occupancy) if any
Confirm signatures on paid-out receipts, bills paid by credit cards or charged to room of in-house guest (e.g. AI bills) with specimen signature on registration card
Check the day’s credit card transactions against Opera and PDQ postings, ensuring banking has been done for the day on a shift basis
Check mode of settlement/payment of bills and confirm authenticity
Check rate variance report against rates schedules (contracts) and obtain reasons for variances
Check all discounts given to room charges and obtain authentication on approval at the right level as per discount policy
Check for reasons for postings to lost interface and check that they have been re-posted to the correct rooms subsequently
Print out and obtain approval documentation for the day’s adjustments/allowances (all revenue reductions) and check authenticity
Check that cashier log-ins to Opera/Micros agrees with the time table and obtain reasons from FOM/Outlet Manager respectively where different (on a test basis)
Check all guests in-house on complimentary for proper written approval
Check day rooms occupied in the day and trace for revenue collection. If no revenue, check for notes and approval in writing by FOM/GM or designate on the guest relations’ diary
Check pre-billings, deposits received and deposits applied reports and ensure correct tagging
Review all posting splits/corrections, transfer postings and cancelled payments
Run the night audit and end-of-day procedure
Compile the night audit pack (Open balances-both PM and guest rooms, credit limit, complimentary rooms, paid-outs/refunds, rooms discrepancy, guests in house, modes of payment, manager report, rate variance adjustments, room moves, transfer postings, routing and cashiers’ user log reports among others) and place in docket/file for review by FOM/GM in the morning
Ensure Opera PMS end of day reports have been circulated timely
Write down anything that needs follow up after each end of day procedure and notify reporting to supervisor.
Handle any other audit work
Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Skills/Qualifications:
Finance & auditing background
3 years experience in hotel/hospitality industry
Experience in Opera PMS an added advantage
Experience with SUN system, Fidelio and OPRA.
Applications Accepted By E-mail Addressed to: recruit@odumont.com
Reporting To: Group Audit Manager
Job Purpose:The person in this position will be responsible for the entire lodge’s Opera Lite software Operations and accounting work.
Duties:
Check on outstanding arrivals in the system. Charge no-shows or release rooms if necessary with proper documented explanations
Ensure departures expected for the following day are completed by the night cashier in readiness for check-out
Physically check rooms shown as unoccupied or OOO/OOS in Opera and confirm status as indicated (on a surprise basis, day and night)
Check housekeeping discrepancy report for the shift (day or night)
Check all bills transferred to PM rooms and query length of stay in system, reason for them being outstanding, mode of transfer/approval to PM
Get reasons for rooms being checked-in while the previous guest has not been checked-out (double room occupancy) if any
Confirm signatures on paid-out receipts, bills paid by credit cards or charged to room of in-house guest (e.g. AI bills) with specimen signature on registration card
Check the day’s credit card transactions against Opera and PDQ postings, ensuring banking has been done for the day on a shift basis
Check mode of settlement/payment of bills and confirm authenticity
Check rate variance report against rates schedules (contracts) and obtain reasons for variances
Check all discounts given to room charges and obtain authentication on approval at the right level as per discount policy
Check for reasons for postings to lost interface and check that they have been re-posted to the correct rooms subsequently
Print out and obtain approval documentation for the day’s adjustments/allowances (all revenue reductions) and check authenticity
Check that cashier log-ins to Opera/Micros agrees with the time table and obtain reasons from FOM/Outlet Manager respectively where different (on a test basis)
Check all guests in-house on complimentary for proper written approval
Check day rooms occupied in the day and trace for revenue collection. If no revenue, check for notes and approval in writing by FOM/GM or designate on the guest relations’ diary
Check pre-billings, deposits received and deposits applied reports and ensure correct tagging
Review all posting splits/corrections, transfer postings and cancelled payments
Run the night audit and end-of-day procedure
Compile the night audit pack (Open balances-both PM and guest rooms, credit limit, complimentary rooms, paid-outs/refunds, rooms discrepancy, guests in house, modes of payment, manager report, rate variance adjustments, room moves, transfer postings, routing and cashiers’ user log reports among others) and place in docket/file for review by FOM/GM in the morning
Ensure Opera PMS end of day reports have been circulated timely
Write down anything that needs follow up after each end of day procedure and notify reporting to supervisor.
Handle any other audit work
Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Skills/Qualifications:
Finance & auditing background
3 years experience in hotel/hospitality industry
Experience in Opera PMS an added advantage
Experience with SUN system, Fidelio and OPRA.
Applications Accepted By E-mail Addressed to: recruit@odumont.com
Elimu Yetu Coalition - Campaigns Officer Vacancy Announcement
Elimu Yetu Coalition the national platform of civil society organizations working towards the achievement of EFA goals in Kenya wishes to recruit a qualified and competent individual to fill in the position of Campaigns Officer (CO) to lead in Promoting Integrity and Strengthening Governance in Education Sector in Kenya project.
This project is funded through Drivers of Accountability Programme (DAP).
The Campaigns Officer will be reporting to the National Coordinator and is expected to provide overall leadership, coordination, and strategic direction in the campaigns department.
The key responsibilities for the position are:
Planning, implementation, Management, Reporting and monitoring and evaluation of EYC Campaign Activities
To promote engagement and develop prospects for new partnership
Support the formation of strong County Education Networks (CENs)
Coordination and capacity building the CSOs through CENS
Identify campaign gaps in the selected counties and propose and develop remedial intervention mechanisms.
Any other duty as detailed or advised by the National Coordinator and /or his/her designate
Basic competencies for this position are:
high level of personal integrity
Practical experience in designing and implementing rights based advocacy strategies;
Knowledge and experience with the EFA and MDG campaign processes;
Thorough understanding of issues and challenges facing education sector in Kenya;
Ability to manage teams from cross-cultural backgrounds in Kenya.
Must have strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Required Qualifications for CO:
Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field of social sciences or development studies. Diploma in project management will be an added advantage
At least 3 years experience in project planning, management and implementation, monitoring and reporting of donor funded education projects in Kenya.
Interested candidates should send short CVs (not more than five pages) and a brief cover letter stating justification for interest by e-mail to jobs@elimuyetu.net by 13th March 2012.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This project is funded through Drivers of Accountability Programme (DAP).
The Campaigns Officer will be reporting to the National Coordinator and is expected to provide overall leadership, coordination, and strategic direction in the campaigns department.
The key responsibilities for the position are:
Planning, implementation, Management, Reporting and monitoring and evaluation of EYC Campaign Activities
To promote engagement and develop prospects for new partnership
Support the formation of strong County Education Networks (CENs)
Coordination and capacity building the CSOs through CENS
Identify campaign gaps in the selected counties and propose and develop remedial intervention mechanisms.
Any other duty as detailed or advised by the National Coordinator and /or his/her designate
Basic competencies for this position are:
high level of personal integrity
Practical experience in designing and implementing rights based advocacy strategies;
Knowledge and experience with the EFA and MDG campaign processes;
Thorough understanding of issues and challenges facing education sector in Kenya;
Ability to manage teams from cross-cultural backgrounds in Kenya.
Must have strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Required Qualifications for CO:
Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field of social sciences or development studies. Diploma in project management will be an added advantage
At least 3 years experience in project planning, management and implementation, monitoring and reporting of donor funded education projects in Kenya.
Interested candidates should send short CVs (not more than five pages) and a brief cover letter stating justification for interest by e-mail to jobs@elimuyetu.net by 13th March 2012.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Elimu Yetu Coalition - Communications Officer Vacancy Announcement
Elimu Yetu Coalition is the national Education coalition established in 1999 as part of local efforts to domesticate Education for All Goals in Kenya.
The coalition brings together a membership of more than 75 organizations drawn from the civil society organizations, professional groupings, education/research institutions and other non state actors in Kenya’s education sector.
Together, they lobby for the implementation of EFA goals as articulated in the Jomtien Declaration and Dakar Framework of Action and other related global conventions for the attainment of quality basic education for all in Kenya.
Utilizing a rights-based approach (RBA) in its campaign initiatives, EYC focuses on mobilizing and harnessing the collective efforts of all education stakeholders and local communities in Kenya and providing leadership in the on-going efforts to make EFA a reality in Kenya.
EYC wishes to advertise for the position of Communication’s Officer as below;
Position: Communications Officer
Reporting to: The National Coordinator
Terms of employment: Contract 1 year (renewable depending on performance)
Work station: EYC Secretariat in Nairobi
Time: Immediately
Job Function: This is a middle level management position.
The Communications Officer will work closely with the National Coordinator while assuming the overall responsibility for communications, research and documentation aspects of the project.
Besides using independent and wise judgment in making decisions, you are expected to consult extensively with the National Coordinator, other colleagues and project steering committee.
Broad Areas of Responsibility:
Develop and maintain a robust resource, information and communications centre at EYC secretariat.
Develop EYC quarterly newsletter
Manage EYC website and portal
Oversee the implementation of EYC Campaigns and Communication Strategies
In charge of partnerships and linkages with media; specifically working with Kenya Education Journalists Association (KEJA)
Sanctioning and overseeing the development of IEC Materials
Expanding campaign support through technology: (mobile, internet, face book, twitter, etc)
In charge of documentations for shared learning
In charge of membership mobilization and coordination of activities between regions and the national secretariat
Conducting internet search for latest reports and campaign issues in education
Required Qualifications: A bachelors degree in any of; Communications, Journalism, Advertisements and Marketing, is desired. Knowledge of education issues is an added advantage.
Experience: At least two years of progressive experience, in a similar position, gained working in an NGO, preferably at the national level.
Personal Attributes and key competences:
Good communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written)
Good note taking skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Team player
Good time management skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applying: Interested qualified candidates to send a cover letter and CV (with names and contacts of three referees) so as to reach the EYC secretariat on or before March 13th 2012 at 4.00pm.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
Applications should be sent to jobs@elimuyetu.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The coalition brings together a membership of more than 75 organizations drawn from the civil society organizations, professional groupings, education/research institutions and other non state actors in Kenya’s education sector.
Together, they lobby for the implementation of EFA goals as articulated in the Jomtien Declaration and Dakar Framework of Action and other related global conventions for the attainment of quality basic education for all in Kenya.
Utilizing a rights-based approach (RBA) in its campaign initiatives, EYC focuses on mobilizing and harnessing the collective efforts of all education stakeholders and local communities in Kenya and providing leadership in the on-going efforts to make EFA a reality in Kenya.
EYC wishes to advertise for the position of Communication’s Officer as below;
Position: Communications Officer
Reporting to: The National Coordinator
Terms of employment: Contract 1 year (renewable depending on performance)
Work station: EYC Secretariat in Nairobi
Time: Immediately
Job Function: This is a middle level management position.
The Communications Officer will work closely with the National Coordinator while assuming the overall responsibility for communications, research and documentation aspects of the project.
Besides using independent and wise judgment in making decisions, you are expected to consult extensively with the National Coordinator, other colleagues and project steering committee.
Broad Areas of Responsibility:
Develop and maintain a robust resource, information and communications centre at EYC secretariat.
Develop EYC quarterly newsletter
Manage EYC website and portal
Oversee the implementation of EYC Campaigns and Communication Strategies
In charge of partnerships and linkages with media; specifically working with Kenya Education Journalists Association (KEJA)
Sanctioning and overseeing the development of IEC Materials
Expanding campaign support through technology: (mobile, internet, face book, twitter, etc)
In charge of documentations for shared learning
In charge of membership mobilization and coordination of activities between regions and the national secretariat
Conducting internet search for latest reports and campaign issues in education
Required Qualifications: A bachelors degree in any of; Communications, Journalism, Advertisements and Marketing, is desired. Knowledge of education issues is an added advantage.
Experience: At least two years of progressive experience, in a similar position, gained working in an NGO, preferably at the national level.
Personal Attributes and key competences:
Good communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written)
Good note taking skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Team player
Good time management skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applying: Interested qualified candidates to send a cover letter and CV (with names and contacts of three referees) so as to reach the EYC secretariat on or before March 13th 2012 at 4.00pm.
Detailed job profile can be found on EYC Website- www.elimuyetu.net
Applications should be sent to jobs@elimuyetu.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
EYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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