Chief Accountant

Majestic Hotel Cardiff; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Majestic Hotel Cardiff is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead our UK accounting operations from Cardiff. This on-site role manages the general ledger, closes monthly and yearly books, and delivers accurate financial statements and management reports.

You will work with the UAE finance team to ensure cross-border alignment. You will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and establishing robust internal controls.

Qualifications

• Experience in general ledger management and month-end closing.
• Ability to prepare statutory and management accounts.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of UK tax, audit, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong proficiency with ERP software and advanced Excel.
• Experience leading accounting teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and multi-entity experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, month-end close, and year-end processes.
• Prepare statutory and management financial statements.
• Provide budgeting, forecasting and financial insights to leadership.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits.
• Coordinate with UAE finance teams and multi-entity groups.

Skills

General ledger management

Month-end close

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Regulatory compliance

ERP software

Excel

Leadership

Communication

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Experience in multi-entity group

Tools

SAP or Oracle Financials

Job description

Role Description The Chief Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Cardiff, responsible for overseeing all accounting operations for the group’s UK entities and coordinating with finance teams in the UAE .Day-to-day tasks include supervising the general ledger, managing month-end and year-end closing processes, and preparing accurate financial statements and management reports. The role involves monitoring cash flow, reconciling accounts, reviewing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations. The Chief Accountant will design and maintain internal controls, support audits, and implement best practices to improve financial processes and systems. This position also partners with senior leadership to provide financial insights, support budgeting and forecasting, and contribute to strategic decision-making across the investment portfolio.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong financial accounting and reporting skills, including experience with general ledger management, month-end closing, and preparation of statutory and management accounts.
• Candidates should possess expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide clear recommendations to leadership.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of tax, audit, and regulatory compliance, including familiarity with relevant UK accounting standards and experience liaising with external auditors.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with accounting and ERP software, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to improve systems, workflows, and internal controls.
• Candidates should possess strong leadership and people management skills, including experience supervising accounting teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and several years of senior-level accounting experience, preferably in investment, financial services, or related sectors.
• Experience working in an international or multi-entity group structure, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.