Chief Accountant

Jumeira Rotana; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Dubai is seeking a Chief Accountant to manage financial operations. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in hotel management or accounting, with at least two years of experience in a hotel environment. Responsibilities include verifying financial reports, preparing reconciliations, and analyzing expenses. Successful applicants will demonstrate excellent communication skills and computer proficiency, with knowledge of key accounting software considered an asset.

Qualifications

• At least two years of previous experience within a hotel environment.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Computer literacy is a must.

Responsibilities

• Verify the General Cashier’s report and review supplier invoices.
• Prepare general ledger reconciliation and follow up for contract renewals.
• Analyze expenses and major variations from the budget.

Skills

Customer Focus

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Degree in hotel management or accounting

Tools

Opera

Micros

FBM

SUN System

Job description

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Finance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As a Chief Accountant you are responsible to assist maintaining a smooth operation within the Finance Department by preparing financial reports and conducting internal controls in compliance with all policies, whereby your role includes key responsibilities such as:

• Verify the General Cashier’s report, Income journal voucher and review supplier invoices, as well as general ledger coding of expenses
• Verify supplier payments with supporting invoices, LPOs, etc. and expense reimbursement with supporting documents
• Review payroll reports with supporting documents at the month end
• Prepare general ledger reconciliation and follow up for the renewals of contracts expiring
• Prepare, post and update standard journal vouchers and adjustment journal voucher entries at the month end
• Review general ledger at month end and analyze expenses and major variations from the budget
• Ensure that all accounting reports and job deadlines for other employees are met

Skills

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

You should have a degree in hotel management or accounting and at least two years of previous experience within a hotel environment. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and computer literacy are a must, while knowledge of Opera, Micros, FBM and SUN System is an asset.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be results oriented, self‑motivated and have a positive attitude. You have the ability to think laterally and with a pro‑active approach and a strong drive for results. You portray a fair leadership style and are easily approachable for your employees, while possessing the following additional competencies:

• Understanding Hotel Operations
• Teamwork
• Planning for Business
• Supervising People
• Understanding Differences
• Supervising Operations
• Effective Communication
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus
• Driving for Results