Accounts Assistant

Aloft by Marriott Belfast, Titanic Quarter; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel discounts

Assistance programme

Training opportunities

Recognition initiatives

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Aloft Belfast and Residence Inn by Marriott Belfast seek an organised Accounts Assistant to support the Finance team across our dual-site operation. You’ll help with supplier invoices, reconciliations, payroll administration and financial reporting in a growing hotel group.

Key duties include month-end procedures, credit control support, and providing general finance support across departments. A proactive, flexible, team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role.
• Hotel finance experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using accounting software (Procure Wizard, Opera, BirchStreet or similar systems is beneficial).
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, flexible and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account queries.
• Assist with daily income audits and revenue reconciliations.
• Process and reconcile cash, bank and credit card transactions.
• Assist with month-end procedures, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support credit control and follow up outstanding debtor balances where required.
• Assist with payroll administration and finance reporting as required.
• Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and internal controls.
• Liaise professionally with hotel departments, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance department.
• Support finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Time management

Communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Tools

Procure Wizard

Opera

BirchStreet

Job description

We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to join the Finance team supporting both the Aloft Belfast and Residence Inn by Marriott Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a growing international hotel group.

Working across our dual-site operation, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function, supporting accurate financial reporting and maintaining strong financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve account queries.
• Assist with daily income audits and revenue reconciliations.
• Process and reconcile cash, bank and credit card transactions.
• Assist with month-end procedures, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support credit control and follow up outstanding debtor balances where required.
• Assist with payroll administration and finance reporting as required.
• Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and internal controls.
• Liaise professionally with hotel departments, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance department.
• Support finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role.
• Hotel finance experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using accounting software (experience with Procure Wizard, Opera, BirchStreet or similar systems is beneficial).
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, flexible and team-focused approach.

What We Offer

• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing hotel group.
• Access to Marriott Explore employee travel discounts worldwide.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee recognition initiatives.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

About Us

Aloft Belfast and Residence Inn by Marriott Belfast form a vibrant dual-site operation in the heart of Belfast, offering guests contemporary accommodation, exceptional service and memorable experiences. As part of a growing hotel group operating across the UK and Ireland, we are committed to investing in our people and creating opportunities for career growth.

If you are organised, motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced hospitality environment, we'd love to hear from you.