Hotel & Resort General Ledger Specialist

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort; Kedah; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is seeking a diligent finance professional to manage the General Ledger, post journal entries, and support monthly closings. The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with hospitality finance processes.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years in accounting within hotels or resorts, and can collaborate with multiple departments while ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance, preferably with exposure to General Ledger functions.
• Hospitality experience in 4- or 5-star hotels/resorts is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, General Ledger operations, and month-end closing procedures.
• Hands-on experience in preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with hotel accounting systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the General Ledger, ensuring accurate recording of transactions.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, provisions, and month-end adjustments.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and substantiate accounts.
• Assist in preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure timely reporting.
• Monitor expenses, revenue postings, and account balances for proper classification.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, statutory requirements, and procedures.
• Liaise with departments to obtain financial information and resolve variances.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide schedules and explanations during audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy.
• Perform other finance-related duties as required.

Skills

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Month-end Closing

Financial Reporting

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is seeking a diligent finance professional to manage the General Ledger, post journal entries, and support monthly closings. The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with hospitality finance processes.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years in accounting within hotels or resorts, and can collaborate with multiple departments while ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.