Management Accountant

Accor Hotels; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a Management Accountant, where you will enhance financial processes and operational efficiency. This role involves preparing financial accounts, automating finance tasks, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. You will collaborate with various departments to streamline operations, conduct audits, and develop cost control standards. Be part of a dynamic team in a luxury environment, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and fostering a culture of kindness and creativity. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

31 days holiday including bank holidays

Staff meals while on duty

Free dry cleaning for uniform

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Enhanced sick pay

Life Assurance 1x salary

Employee assistance program

Season ticket loans

Internal learning and development programs

Employee benefit card with discounts

Qualifications

• Key role in improving financial processes and operational efficiency.
• Support internal and external audits and develop cost control standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post month-end accruals and conduct general ledger reviews.
• Collaborate with team members to automate routine reporting tasks.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Accounting Standards

Excel Skills

Cost Control

VAT Regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional Accounting Certification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

DocuWare

FOCUS

Job description

Company Description

Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses. The name is synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure.

This Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed into a hotel with 120 rooms and suites, along with 85 branded residences. The destination features nine restaurants, three bars—including one by signature chef Mauro Colagreco—Guerlain spa, Pillar Wellness, and a grand ballroom, The Whitehall, suitable for various events.

Guests are invited to discover new emotions and connections within these storied walls, once home to legendary statesmen and women.

At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend, and return as family.

Job Description

Scope Of Position

The Management Accountant will improve financial processes and operational efficiency, supporting forecasting, audits, cost control, and automation of finance tasks. They will collaborate with the Financial Controller and oversee Residential accounts, including quarterly VAT returns.

Responsibilities

Operation – Residential Accounts

• Reconcile intercompany balances and issue invoices for cost recovery.
• Prepare quarterly financial accounts, posting deferred income, expenses, and accruals.
• Collaborate with the Director of Residences on financial matters.
• Maintain service charge demand logs and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Assist in preparing and submitting group VAT returns.

Operation – Month End

• Post month-end accruals and conduct ledger reviews.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare month-end reports for ownership and asset managers.

Operation – Automation Projects

• Automate routine reporting tasks to reduce manual work.
• Streamline credit card reconciliation processes.
• Assist in implementing automation projects like DocuWare for AP invoice matching.

Operation – Other

• Analyze stock variances and improve inventory controls.
• Develop labor standards with department heads.
• Ensure compliance with internal control guidelines through training and monitoring.
• Support team development and cover key roles during absences.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including working in different departments or restaurants.

Additional Information

Why join our Raffles team?

Enjoy benefits such as:

• 31 days holiday including bank holidays, plus an extra day per year of service up to 5 years.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Free uniform dry cleaning.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%.
• Enhanced sick, maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Life assurance, employee assistance programs, season ticket loans, and more.

What are the Raffles Values?

Be You: Show creativity, innovation, and enthusiasm.

Be Kind: Demonstrate humility and generosity.

Be Happy: Spread joy and positivity.

Be Confident: Share knowledge openly to achieve excellence.

Have Your Purpose: Care and take responsibility to make an impact.