Accountant

The Grand Hotel Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Leicester is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial reporting, auditing, and compliance. The role requires a minimum of 3 years in finance and offers opportunities for career development. Join a diverse team committed to excellence in hospitality.

Benefits

Genuine career opportunities

Valuable on-the-job training

Access to digital learning platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Experience with financial systems is essential.
• Desirable: Background in hospitality or real estate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and reports.
• Facilitate monthly and yearly closing procedures.
• Manage financial audits and VAT returns.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Financial Analysis

Auditing

Taxation Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification or working towards

Job description

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The Grand Hotel Leicester is seeking a knowledgeable, detail orientated Accountant . You will report to the General Manager/ Finance Manager , supporting/working towards analysing financial information, preparing timely and accurate financial reports and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures at The Grand Hotel Leicester.

The Accountant i s responsible for :

• Financial Reporting: Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports.

• Closing Procedures: Facilitates and completes monthly and yearly closing procedures.

• Audit and Compliance: Drafts statutory financial statements, manages financial and tax audits, and prepares quarterly VAT returns.

• Variance Analysis: Assists in variance analysis of actual versus budget and liaises with operational contacts.

• Payroll Management: Ensures accurate and timely posting of monthly payroll, including PAYE & NIC, and reviews and approves payment runs.

• Reporting and Forecasting: Prepares monthly management reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and cashflow forecasts, and supports annual budget preparation.

To be successful in the role of Accountant , we require :

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the use of financial systems , budgeting, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified / working towards qualification

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to adapt to a range of audiences

• Desirable: Background in hospitality or real estate, knowledge of hotel property management systems

Working with us provides the following benefits to you:

• Genuine career opportunities within our business

• Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform

About Us

The Grand Hotel Leicester by the Unlimited Collection is a brand of The Ascott Limited.

At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives.

A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott , Citadines , lyf , Oakwood , Somerset , The Crest Collection , The Unlimited Collection , Fox , Harris , POP! , Preference , Quest , Vertu and Yello . Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.

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