Hospitality Finance Analyst

The First Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered hospitality management company seeking a finance professional to record daily financial transactions, manage AP/AR, and prepare invoices and reports. Experience in hospitality accounting is preferred, with VAT knowledge an advantage.

The role requires attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work with auditors and internal teams. Candidates should have 2–4 years in finance, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Two to four years of relevant finance or accounting experience, preferably in hospitality, restaurants, hotels, or retail.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of VAT and local financial regulations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, and journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare invoices, payment requests, receipts, and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash balances, credit card transactions, and supplier statements.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue payments.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and management summaries.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis.
• Verify invoices, expense claims, purchase orders, and approvals.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation.
• Assist with payroll-related finance requirements and employee expense processing.
• Coordinate with auditors, suppliers, banks, and internal departments when required.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, tax requirements, and company procedures.
• Provide financial support to hospitality operations, including outlet sales, inventory, wastage, commissions, and operational expenses.
• Perform other finance-related duties assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered hospitality management company seeking a finance professional to record daily financial transactions, manage AP/AR, and prepare invoices and reports. Experience in hospitality accounting is preferred, with VAT knowledge an advantage.

The role requires attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work with auditors and internal teams. Candidates should have 2–4 years in finance, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong Excel skills.