Assistant Financial Controller

NOVOTEL; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global staff discounts

Advanced training platform

Service anniversaries / tenure rewards

Job summary

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort and Convention Centre on the Sunshine Coast seeks an Assistant Financial Controller to help drive financial performance through reporting, analysis and controls. You will work with department leaders and the Financial Controller to improve profitability and efficiency.

Join Accor’s global hospitality network, contributing to cost management, budgeting and cash flow while supporting the Finance team across a landmark resort and convention centre.

Qualifications

• Ter­tiary qualification in Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong analytical and cost management skills.
• Knowledge of PAYG, GST, Payroll Tax, Workers Compensation, BAS, Superannuation.
• Experience with accounting systems; Opera Cloud, Zambion Ready Workforce, Purchase Plus, Micros Symphony and Sun Cloud advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Finance operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, purchasing, and reporting.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts and financial analysis.
• Partner with leaders to improve profitability and manage costs.
• Prepare accurate reports and provide commercial insights.
• Support cash flow, credit approvals and debt recovery.
• Ensure compliance with Accor policies and internal controls.
• Improve financial processes and systems to drive efficiency.
• Support development and performance of the Finance team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related

Tools

Opera Cloud

Zambion Ready Workforce

Purchase Plus

Micros Symphony

Sun Cloud

Job description

Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast, Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort and Convention Centre offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and coastal lifestyle. Featuring over 370 guest rooms, an activity-filled Lagoon, diverse dining experiences and a state-of-the-art Convention Centre hosting events for up to 1,400 guests, our resort is a leading destination for leisure, conferences and events.

The resort is currently undergoing an exciting $20 million refurbishment across guest rooms and key spaces, creating a new era for the property and enhancing the guest experience. Join us at this pivotal time as we continue to grow, evolve and strengthen our position as one of the Sunshine Coast’s leading resort destinations.

As part of the globally recognised Accor Group, you’ll enjoy access to a world of career opportunities while working alongside a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. We support our people to grow, develop and build rewarding careers within hospitality.

Job Description

As Assistant Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the resort through effective reporting, analysis, compliance and financial management.

Working closely with the Financial Controller and department leaders, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting daily Finance operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, purchasing, and reporting.
• Assisting with budgets, forecasts and financial analysis.
• Partnering with leaders to improve profitability and manage costs
• Preparing accurate reports and providing commercial insights.
• Supporting cash flow, credit approvals and debt recovery.
• Ensuring compliance with Accor policies and internal controls.
• Improving financial processes and systems to drive efficiency.
• Supporting the development and performance of the Finance team.

This role offers the opportunity to combine technical finance expertise with commercial thinking and strong stakeholder relationships while contributing to the continued success of a leading Sunshine Coast resort.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar senior finance role.
• Strong analytical skills, commercial acumen and cost management experience.
• Knowledge of PAYG, GST, Payroll Tax, Workers Compensation, BAS, Accounts Payable and Superannuation.
• Experience with accounting systems; Opera Cloud, Zambion Ready Workforce, Purchase Plus, Micros Symphony, and Sun Cloud advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Additional Information

Why work for Accor?

Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.

Benefits Your Way

• Access to global accommodation and F&B discounts
• #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
• Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.

We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.