Accountant - Accounts Receivable

Park Hyatt Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Dubai is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable professional. You will be responsible for accurately maintaining accounts, preparing invoices, and monitoring outstanding balances. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 1-2 years of experience in a hospitality setting. Proficiency in hotel accounting systems and MS Excel is required. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on adherence to financial regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, preferably in hospitality.
• Proficiency in hotel accounting systems and MS Excel is required.
• Strong knowledge of billing, collections, and reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare and issue invoices to guests and clients.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up for timely payment.
• Generate aging reports and identify overdue accounts.
• Coordinate with various teams to resolve billing disputes.
• Process incoming payments and apply them to correct accounts.
• Maintain organized documentation for all transactions.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Opera

Micros

MS Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all accounts receivable transactions for rooms, F&B outlets, banquets, and other hotel services in the accounting system.
• Prepare and issue invoices to guests, corporate clients, and travel agents, ensuring correct rates, taxes, and service charges are applied.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up with clients for timely payment through calls, emails, and statements.
• Generate and review aging reports, identify overdue accounts, and elevate unresolved cases to management.
• Coordinate with Front Office, Sales, and Reservations teams to resolve billing disputes, chargebacks, or discrepancies promptly.
• Process incoming payments via cash, credit cards, bank transfers, and apply them to the correct accounts in the system.
• Maintain organized documentation for all AR transactions, including invoices, receipts, and correspondence, in compliance with hotel and audit standards.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing by preparing AR schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents for financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to local accounting regulations, hotel policies, and internal control procedures to minimize financial risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, preferably in hospitality
• Proficiency in hotel accounting systems (e.g., Opera, Micros) and MS Excel
• Strong knowledge of billing, collections, and reconciliation processes
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment