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Senior Accountant

Bagaicha Fine Dining | Kathmandu, Nepal

Bagaicha is seeking a meticulous and strategic Senior Accountant to lead our financial operations. As a premier destination in Nepal’s culinary landscape, we pride ourselves on excellence—not just on the plate, but in our internal standards and professional integrity.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned financial professional with a deep understanding of the hospitality sector’s unique fiscal demands, ensuring our back-of-house operations are as seamless as our front-of-house service.

Job Description (JD)

As the Senior Accountant, you will oversee the full spectrum of financial management, from daily bookkeeping to high-level strategic reporting. Your core responsibilities include:

Financial Oversight: Manage all accounting operations including Billing, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.

Compliance & Reporting: Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements, ensuring full compliance with Nepal Financial Reporting Standards (NFRS) and local tax regulations (VAT, TDS, and Income Tax).

Cost Control: Monitor food and beverage costs, analyze variances, and work closely with the procurement team to optimize margins without compromising quality.

Audit & Internal Control: Coordinate and lead the annual audit process and maintain a robust system of internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Budgeting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, providing actionable insights to the management team.

Key Specifications

Analytical Rigor

Ability to transform raw data into strategic insights that drive profitability.

Attention to Detail: Precision in managing high-volume transactions typical of a high-traffic premium restaurant.

Integrity

Maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical financial practices.

Communication

Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (CA/ACCA) are highly preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role. Experience in the Hospitality or F&B industry is a significant advantage.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, SAP, or specialized POS-integrated systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Regulatory Knowledge

In-depth understanding of Nepal’s tax laws and labor regulations.