Hotel Finance Assistant — Growth, Perks & Impact

InterContinental London – The O2 - Arora Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Uniform provided and dry cleaned

Friends & family rates at Arora Hotels

Food and beverage discounts

Christmas gifts and employee parties

Introduce a friend scheme

Cycle to work scheme

UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Enter

Taste card

Life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Arora star employee recognition

Long service recognition award

Job summary

InterContinental London – The O2, part of the Arora Group, seeks a Finance Assistant for a 1-year fixed-term contract at our Greenwich Peninsula property. You will support daily accounting tasks, process invoices, reconcile payments and assist with month-end close.

The role requires solid accounting knowledge, strong English communication, and Excel proficiency. Experience in a 5-star hotel is advantageous. 28 days holiday and enhanced benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Professional appearance and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Experience in a similar hotel finance role is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Finance assistants in our team play a crucial role in ensuring we process financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Support Finance Supervisor with daily tasks including accounts payable and receivable, and expense management.
• Conduct daily payment reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.
• Ensure invoices are correct and sent out promptly.
• For all in-house accounts with direct billing terms, ensure that the direct billing details are properly set up and approved.
• Monitor credit limits for all outstanding accounts.
• Ensure timely collections of outstanding payments.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
• Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Organizational skills

Written and spoken English

Independence and teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in finance/accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

InterContinental London – The O2, part of the Arora Group, seeks a Finance Assistant for a 1-year fixed-term contract at our Greenwich Peninsula property. You will support daily accounting tasks, process invoices, reconcile payments and assist with month-end close.

The role requires solid accounting knowledge, strong English communication, and Excel proficiency. Experience in a 5-star hotel is advantageous. 28 days holiday and enhanced benefits apply.