Assistant Finance Manager

Accor Hotels; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCOR HOTELS is seeking a seasoned Finance professional to join ibis Styles Johor Iskandar Puteri, part of the Accor Hotels group. The role covers financial reporting, accounting oversight, budgeting, and internal controls within the hotel's Finance Department.

You will supervise Accounts Payable/Receivable, assist with cost control, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support payroll and stock/inventory controls while collaborating with HR and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance
• CPA certification is an advantage
• Minimum 4 years of experience
• Full conversant with accounting principles and financial regulation standards

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports and analyses.
• Review and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Monitor hotel financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Assist in budgeting and cost control initiatives.
• Review revenue reconciliation and cash/credit card transactions.
• Coordinate with Internal Controls, audits and HR for payroll accuracy.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Company Description

ibis Styles Johor Iskandar Puteri is located strategically in the new administrative centre of Johor and within the flagship green business industrial park SiLC. With excellent connectivity via the major expressways. Ideal for family vacations with hip and trendy Family Rooms featured bunk beds, perfect for little ones to stay with their parents. The hotel boasts 152 rooms, a cafe deli and bar, restaurant and 4 modern meeting rooms. Ideal for leisure and business travelers.

ibis Styles Johor Iskandar Puteri is 20mins by car from the Johor Bahru city centre, 20mins from Singapore as well as within close proximity to Legoland Malaysia and EduCity Iskandar.

Job Description

1. Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, management reports and financial analysis.
• Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported.
• Review daily revenue reports, income audit and financial transactions.
• Monitor hotel financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Supervise and review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments and collections.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Ensure proper documentation and approval of financial transactions.

3. Income Audit & Revenue Control

• Review daily revenue reconciliation from Front Office, F&B and other revenue-generating departments.
• Verify cash, credit card and other payment transactions.
• Investigate discrepancies and ensure corrective action is taken.
• Ensure proper controls over hotel revenue and cash handling.

4. Budget & Cost Control

• Assist in preparing the annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Monitor departmental expenses against approved budgets.
• Analyse variances and provide recommendations to management.
• Support effective cost-control initiatives throughout the hotel.

5. Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, accounting standards and financial procedures.
• Assist with internal, external and statutory audits.
• Maintain proper financial records and supporting documentation.
• Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate control measures.

6. Payroll & HR Coordination

• Assist in reviewing monthly payroll and related financial reports.
• Verify payroll-related costs, deductions and supporting documents.
• Work closely with Human Resources to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.

7. Inventory & Stock Control

• Assist in monitoring food, beverage, operating supplies and other hotel inventories.
• Review inventory reports and investigate significant variances.
• Support regular stock-taking and ensure proper inventory controls.

8. Team Supervision

• Supervise and guide Finance team members in their daily responsibilities.
• Provide coaching and training to improve team performance.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Promote teamwork and professional standards within the Finance Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Additional certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 4 years of experience.
• Full conversant in accounting principles and financial regulation standards.

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR ACCOR

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Develop your talent through Accor’s learning programs.
• Opportunity to grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to contribute to the community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.