Finance Assistant

Lighthouse Hotel Management; Luton, Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online GP

Training & development

Study support

Job summary

Lighthouse Hotel Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the Cluster Financial Controller and hotel teams. Based at our Luton Hotel with travel to Cambridge West Hotel weekly, you will handle income audit, supplier invoices, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial processes and reporting.

You will work with strong Excel proficiency and contribute to audit readiness while coordinating with multiple departments to maintain smooth financial

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication and collaboration with suppliers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Income audit, including daily banking, credit cards & revenue reconciliations.
• Processing supplier invoices, including Brand affiliate invoice & supplier payment runs.
• Petty cash reclaims.
• Control of accounts receivable and recording receipts.
• Balance sheet reconciliations for some control accounts.
• Assist other departments and maintain good working relationships.
• Supporting with internal and external audit requests.
• Ad-hoc duties as requested by CFC or management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Lighthouse Hotel Management we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & well-being, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors. We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF FINANCE ASSISTANT AT THE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - LUTON AIRPORT

What you'll be doing...

We are looking for someone to work alongside the Cluster Financial Controller and Heads of Department to develop the overall business strategy and ensure effective control procedures are in place.

The successful candidate would have good attention to detail, analytical and reporting skills, and having some knowledge of financial and operating systems and procedures would be beneficial.

This role is based at our Luton Hotel with travel to our Cambridge West Hotel once a week/fortnight.

In your role you will be doing the following tasks, predominately for our Cambridge Hotel.

• Income audit, including daily banking, credit cards & revenue reconciliations.
• Processing supplier invoices, including Brand affiliate invoice & supplier payment runs.
• Petty cash reclaims.
• Control of accounts receivable and recording receipts
• Balance sheet reconciliations for some control accounts
• Assist other departments, wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships within the whole hotel.
• Supporting with internal and external audit requests.
• Ad-hoc duties as requested by CFC or management.

It is a must for this role to have proficiency in Microsoft packages, excel is essential.

Skills and qualities

• Attention to detail
• Be able to work independently.
• Time management skills and being capable of working to tight deadlines.
• Communication and collaboration skills are a must as you will need to work with various suppliers, team members, and managers.

The ideal candidate would have a keen interest in Finance

What's In It for You!

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
• Enhanced benefits for all employees - including 24/7 access to an online GP
• Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge, study support after 12 months service.