Hotel Accountant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Hotel Accountant to manage financial relationships and uphold high standards of compliance. This role involves coordinating purchase ledgers, preparing month-end deliverables, and supporting budgeting processes. With a focus on detail and proactive problem-solving, you will contribute to the financial health of a unique hotel experience located within Chelsea Football Club grounds. Join a diverse team that values inclusion and offers a range of benefits, including a company pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Buy/Sell Annual Leave option

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual travel loan

CFC Membership Scheme

Free eye tests

Life assurance

L&D Apprenticeship Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting role, preferably in the hotel sector.
• Completion or ongoing study towards an accounting qualification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchase ledger activities and resolve queries.
• Provide month-end deliverables including journals and reconciliations.
• Assist with VAT liability calculations and audits.

Skills

Accounting experience

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Fluent in English

Education

ACCA qualification

CIMA qualification

Tools

Hotel property management systems

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Stamford Bridge Hotel - Hotel Accountant

Stamford Bridge Hotel is seeking a Hotel Accountant to play a key role in managing the financial relationship between the Management Company Finance, the Hotel General Manager, and the Hotel Departments.

You will report to the Hotel General Manager (HGM) and support the Hotel General Manager and Management Company Finance team in all aspects of property accounting, ensuring timely and accurate submissions of information, and helping to uphold a high standard of internal control and compliance.

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate purchase ledger activities with outsource providers and suppliers to resolve queries.
2. Work with the Hotel Accounts Assistant to ensure all Accounts Receivable invoicing is issued promptly.
3. Support reconciliation and receipt of accounts including cash, credit card, and BACS to the respective PMS system.
4. Provide month-end deliverables to Finance stakeholders, including preparing and posting month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations.
5. Load monthly results into the Chelsea FC finance and reporting systems.
6. Assist stakeholders in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual results.
7. Post and reconcile intercompany recharges.
8. Monitor Capex spend against budgets.
9. Assist with VAT liability calculations and audits.
10. Ensure daily checks of night audit packs for discrepancies.
11. Manage the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts for the hotel, covering both Chelsea FC and Ascott systems.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in a similar accounting role, preferably within the hotel sector.
• Completion or ongoing study towards an accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of hotel property management systems (desirable).
• Proactive problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and prioritization abilities.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (excluding BH).
• Buy/Sell Annual Leave option.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance (tax subsidiary).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Annual travel loan.
• CFC Membership Scheme.
• Free eye tests.
• Life assurance (4x basic salary).
• L&D Apprenticeship Scheme (if applicable).

About Us:

Stamford Bridge Hotel London, operated by The Ascott Limited, is located within Chelsea Football Club grounds, offering a unique experience for guests. The hotel features seven room categories, Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and 24/7 room service.

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to contribute to a supportive and thriving workplace.

Employer: The Hotel at Chelsea Limited

Trading as: Stamford Bridge Hotel London managed by The Ascott Limited