Accountant

Duties and ResponsibilitiesFINANCIAL RETURNSWorks with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget. Duties include:Assists in co-ordinating the preparation of the departmental annual budgetAssists in monitoring and controlling departmental cost on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budgetAssists in the preparation of the hotel strategic plan, goals program, and Finance Departmental Budget PEOPLECooperates, coordinates and communicates with other departments in matters concerning accounting related matters and internal controlWorks with Superior on manpower planning and management needsInteracts, as required, with individuals outside the hotel including hotel’s bank, tax auditors and other hotels and IHG corporate officesGuest ExperienceBuild and maintain positive relationships with all internal customers and guests in order to exceed their needsTake action to address these needs in order to exceed their expectations RESPONSIBLE BUSINESSDemonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelinesBe aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and proceduresBe familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensiblyInitiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangersLog security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirementsAccountabilityEnsure compliance to the IHG policies, procedures and statutory requirementMaintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures to improve the work flows in accounts departmentReview and correct daily revenue journalMaintain and ensure proper update of daily transaction to ensure accuracy of information and entries, including food and beverage transferPrepare and input journal entry for month end closingResponsible for month end closing including the IHG and owner reporting packageAnalyze monthly financial accounts and provide financial information to managementControls all balance sheet accounts by preparation of monthly account reconciliation and actions accordinglyPrepare monthly bank and inventory reconciliationPrepare monthly/quarterly GST Specially reviews the accounts payable balance to ensure accuracy and proposes action and follow up to be taken to ensure a clear balance with limited over 90/120-day amountsReview accounts payable purchase journal and accounts payable/inventory interfaceReview travel agency commission paymentsMaintain and ensure proper update of contract, License, CAPEX, Fixed Asset Disposal Form and Carpark etc on timely and accuratelyLiaison with owner office, internal, external auditors Assists in monthly forecasting and yearly budget inputCoordinate and administrate in CSA Supervises Accounts Receivable/Income Auditor and Accounts Payable SupervisorReports directly to and communicates with the Manager of Finance & Business Support on all matters pertaining to accounting and financial controls. Performs other duties as requiredDon't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.