General Accountant

MENA Partner of Louvre Hotels Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MENA Partner of Louvre Hotels Group in Dubai seeks a General Accountant to maintain accurate financial records, support monthly statements, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. You will post journal entries, reconciliations, VAT filings, and audits support in a dynamic hospitality setting.

Responsibilities include month-end closing, budget forecasting, variance analysis, and data integrity across financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in line with company policies and accounting standards.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements, journals, and reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Post journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Monitor general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Review AP and AR postings for accuracy and proper coding.
• Support payment runs and invoice verification processes.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies and following up on outstanding balances.
• Assist in budget preparation and periodic forecasting exercises.
• Prepare variance analysis reports comparing actuals against budget.
• Provide financial data and insights to support management decisions.
• Support VAT filings, statutory submissions, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping for audits and inspections.
• Ensure accurate data entry and effective use of financial systems.
• Support process improvements and standardization initiatives.

Job description

Job Description:

As a General Accountant, you are responsible for supporting the hotel’s accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting in financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Your role contributes to the integrity, consistency, and reliability of the hotel’s financial information, supporting sound financial management and operational decision-making.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in line with company policies and accounting standards.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements, journals, and reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Post journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Monitor general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Review AP and AR postings for accuracy and proper coding.
• Support payment runs and invoice verification processes.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies and following up on outstanding balances.
• Assist in budget preparation and periodic forecasting exercises.
• Prepare variance analysis reports comparing actuals against budget.
• Provide financial data and insights to support management decisions.
• Support VAT filings, statutory submissions, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping for audits and inspections.
• Ensure accurate data entry and effective use of financial systems.
• Support process improvements and standardization initiatives.
• Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly manner, prioritizing guests' and colleagues' health and safety, as well as environmental conservation.
• Adhere to hotel environmental, health, and safety procedures and policies.

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