Financial Accountant

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel group located in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Financial Accountant for their Finance team. The chosen candidate will assist in preparing financial statements, conduct financial data analysis, and support in various internal audits and compliance. Applicants should possess a degree in accounting and have at least 5 years of experience ideally from a luxury hotel background. This role offers extensive learning and development opportunities within a prestigious environment.

Benefits

Learning & Development programs

MOstay program for hotel stays

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plans based on service length

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in a luxury hotel group.
• Hands-on experience with Sun Accounting System and Hyperion system is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Provide support in feasibility studies, ROI computations, and project reviews.
• Assist in preparation of MIS and data inputs into the system.
• Participate in the Capex approval process and reviews.
• Aid in internal audit checks and compliance.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial data analysis

Hands-on experience in Sun Accounting System

Hands-on experience in Hyperion system

Education

Graduate with accounting knowledge

ACCA or similar qualification

Job description

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy. From a 1.3km pristine private beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay, the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement, with some of the city’s largest hotel conference centres. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi offers award‑winning 5‑star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award‑winning culinary cuisines.

About the job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the Finance Department, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining and improving financial processes, analysing financial data, and to assist the Director of Finance/ Assistant Financial Controller in all areas. The Financial Accountant reports to the Director of Finance/ Assistant Financial Controller.

As Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in the Preparation and review financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Provides support in Feasibility Studies, ROI computations and project reviews.
• Supports in legal reviews of Contracts/ Agreements
• Assist in preparation of MIS and data inputs into the system
• Participates in the Capex approval process and reviews
• Aids in Internal audit checks, Reviews and compliance to policies.
• Financial data analysis and preparation of Analytical statements
• Assist the DOF on the Business Support function/ System support

As Financial Accountant, we expect from you:

• Must be a graduate with knowledge of accounting. ACCA or similar qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role preferably in a luxury Hotel Group, resort experience will be a plus.
• Must possess hands on experience in Sun Accounting System and Hyperion system.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work‑life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.

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