Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

The Accounts Payable Specialist will ensure accurate processing of financial transactions, maintain proper documentation, and support the hotel’s cash management functions. This full‑time role reports to the finance team and works on‑site at the Kampala Marriott Hotel.

Key responsibilities

• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper coding.
• Organise, secure, and maintain files, records, cash and cash equivalents in line with policies.
• Record, store, access and analyse computerized financial information.
• Classify, code and summarise numerical data using journals, ledgers and computer systems.
• Complete period‑end closing procedures and prepare required reports.
• Audit cashier banks periodically and maintain petty cash, cashier banks and contracts.
• Document and act upon cash variances according to standard operating procedures.
• Liaise with the armored‑car service or primary banking institution.
• Participate in internal, external and regulatory audit processes ensuring compliance.
• Follow all company policies, maintain confidentiality and uphold professional appearance.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least one year of related work experience in accounts payable or finance.
• No supervisory experience required.

Required skills