Accounts Assistant

Job Description

Reporting to the Unit Accountant, responsibilities but not limited to are ensuring the accuracy and integrity of credit card transactions, supporting cost control initiatives, and maintaining financial records in line with company policies. The role contributes to the hotel's financial performance by ensuring timely reconciliations, monitoring operational costs, and assisting with inventory and expenditure controls while maintaining the high standards expected in a luxury hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Card Reconciliation

Reconcile daily credit card transactions from the Property Management System (PMS) with payment gateway and bank statements...

Monitor outstanding credit card receivables and follow up on unreconciled items.

Cost Control

Assist in monitoring departmental expenses to ensure compliance with approved budgets.

Conduct periodic stock counts for food, beverages, housekeeping supplies, and operational inventories.

General Accounting Duties

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

CPA Part II/III, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is an added advantage.

Minimum of 2–3 years' experience in accounting, preferably within the hospitality or hotel industry.

Experience with hotel Property Management Systems (PMS), accounting software, and Microsoft Excel.

Knowledge of hotel cost control procedures and financial reporting.

Additional Information

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

Frequent standing and walking throughout shift 

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs 

Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, sitting   

Capable of working independently