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Radisson Hotel Group seeks a Chief Accountant with 3+ years of hotel industry experience to oversee general ledger, payroll, bank reconciliations, and accounts receivable. The role requires strong knowledge of accounting principles and hotel accounting systems.
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Responsibilities
- File all General Ledger Reports
- Ensure all house banks are counted on a monthly basis and counts submitted to the Financial Controller
- Ensure all money and checks are deposited intact with the bank by the general cashier and hotel security
- Check and process the monthly authorized payroll
- Check and process the monthly rank and file payroll, ensuring compliance with hotel policies
- Prepare and calculate final pay
- Analyze payroll reports to report discrepancies and take action
- Prepare and submit all required payroll journals for month end
- Ensure correct deductions are made through payroll for advances, season ticket loans, etc.
- Verify bank deposit slips against total deposits
- Check foreign currency receipts against deposits and verify foreign exchange gain/loss
- Reconcile and control the operation of the hotel's bank accounts
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the hotel industry
- Previous experience as a Chief Accountant
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting
- Experience with hotel accounting systems (e.g., Opera, SunSystems, or similar) is an advantage
- Good command of English, both written and spoken
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong leadership and team management skills
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Job Description
- Files all General Ledger Reports.
- Ensures all house banks are counted on a monthly basis and counts submitted to the Financial Controller to action all discrepancies accordingly.
- Ensures all money and checks are deposited intact with the bank by the general cashier and hotel security.
- Checks and processes the monthly authorized payroll.
- Checks and processes the monthly rank and file pay roll, ensuring that employees are authorized in compliance with the hotel’s policies.
- Prepares and calculates final pay.
- Analyzes payroll reports, to report discrepancies and take action accordingly in cooperation with the People & Culture Manager.
- Prepares and submits all required payroll journals for month end.
- Ensures that correct deductions are made through payroll for advances, season ticket loans etc.
- Verifies bank deposit slips against total deposits.
- Checks foreign currency receipts against deposits.
- Verifies foreign exchange gain/loss.
Miscellaneous
- Works closely and proactively with all Departments.
- Ensures familiarity with in house facilities to assist guests and promote sales.
- Informs and updates the Financial Controller on problems and unusual matters.
- Attends meetings and training required by the Financial Controller.
- Assists colleagues when needed.
- Ensures guest satisfaction by performing duties such as attending to their requests and inquiries courteously and promptly.
- Accepts flexible working schedule when necessary for the hotel’s uninterrupted service.
- To always be updated on: Special promotions Marketing promotions Laws relating to own field of responsibility Union agreements.
- Stays abreast of current and new industry technology relating to function.
- Performs required duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner to achieve the overall objective of the position.
- Maintains a favorable working relationship with employees and colleagues to promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the hotel industry.
- Previous experience as a Chief Accountant.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
- Experience with hotel accounting systems (e.g., Opera, SunSystems, or similar) is an advantage.
- Good command of English, both written and spoken.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
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