Accounting Officer

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is seeking an Accounting Officer to manage daily revenue journals, bank reconciliations and cash handling for the front and back office teams. You will support the monthly accounts process, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with hotel policies and SOPs.

The role requires accuracy, integrity and the ability to work across departments. Located at Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, this position offers a unique remote island assignment with full compliance

Qualifications

• Willingness to reside on Sir Bani Yas Island.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily revenue journals and distribute them to Management.
• Assist the Financial Accountant with the monthly accounts process, including the preparation and posting of journals.
• Reconcile the Banquet Event Short List report daily to ensure banquet revenue postings are accurate.
• Review No-Show reports and ensure all chargeable no-shows are properly charged.
• Complete daily income audit batches and submit them for review and approval, including complimentary rooms, credit card reconciliation, rate variance, discount, void, and PM reports.
• Prepare extension-wise telephone reports and distribute them to the relevant departments for review.
• Validate and upload daily revenue and statistics journals into SUN, ensuring all revenue is captured and balanced.
• Prepare municipality fee reconciliations and ensure payments are made on time.
• Maintain records of revenue-related accruals, including third-party revenue shares, and reconcile paid gift vouchers monthly.
• Monitor compliance with SOPs and highlight deviations to the concerned departments.
• Prepare bank drop sheets and deposit cash in accordance with hotel safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date house bank and cash float agreements.
• Maintain the Cash Receipt Journal spreadsheet and investigate and correct cashiering transactions as required.
• Collect daily cash and cheque collections from the Front Office drop safe and ensure timely deposit into the hotel's bank account.
• Prepare and post petty cash expenses accurately and in a timely manner.
• Be willing to learn and provide support or relief to other Finance sections.

Job description

Job Location:Desert Islands Resort & Spa by AnantaraAnantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people.Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.To supports the effective management of the hotel's financial operations by ensuring accurate revenue reporting, daily income auditing, cash handling, banking, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance. The Accounting Officer is responsible for ensuring that all financial transactions are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with hotel policies, procedures, and internal controls. The role also supports the monthly accounts process and assists other finance sections as required, while maintaining the highest standards of honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and teamwork.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare daily revenue journals and distribute them to Management.Assist the Financial Accountant with the monthly accounts process, including the preparation and posting of journals.Reconcile the Banquet Event Short List report daily to ensure banquet revenue postings are accurate.Review No-Show reports and ensure all chargeable no-shows are properly charged.Complete daily income audit batches and submit them for review and approval, including complimentary rooms, credit card reconciliation, rate variance, discount, void, and PM reports.Prepare extension-wise telephone reports and distribute them to the relevant departments for review.Validate and upload daily revenue and statistics journals into SUN, ensuring all revenue is captured and balanced.Prepare municipality fee reconciliations and ensure payments are made on time.Maintain records of revenue-related accruals, including third-party revenue shares, and reconcile paid gift vouchers monthly.Monitor compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and highlight any deviations to the concerned departments.Prepare bank drop sheets and deposit cash in accordance with hotel safety rules, policies, and procedures.Maintain up-to-date house bank and cash float agreements.Maintain the Cash Receipt Journal spreadsheet and investigate and correct cashiering transactions as required.Collect daily cash and cheque collections from the Front Office drop safe and ensure timely deposit into the hotel's bank account.Prepare and post petty cash expenses accurately and in a timely manner.Be willing to learn and provide support or relief to other Finance sections, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cost Control, and Stores.Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail in all financial activities.Work collaboratively with other departments and support the smooth day-to-day operations of the Finance Department.Be willing to work and reside in a remote location, Sir Bani Yas Island, and adapt to the hotel's operational requirements.Not the right fit? Set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!