General Accountant

A Hotel since 1873, Villa d’Este is located in Cernobbio, on Lake Como. Amongst the finest expressions of mid-sixteenth-century architecture, it is surrounded by a private 10-hectar park with centennial plants and fascinating work of arts. Infused with Italian heritage, it is a symbol of timeless luxury and eternal elegance.

Villa d’Este offers 152 rooms and suites, four private Villas, three restaurants, two bars, a floating pool on the lake, a Beauty Center and a Sporting Club with indoor pool, fitness center, sauna and Turkish bath, fitness trails, 8 tennis courts, and a curated selection of activities and experiences to savour the magic of the lake and its sourroundings.

Position Summary

As a General Accountant you will be contributing to all aspects of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general cashiering in accordance with Villa d’Este policies and procedures.

In this Role You Will

Manage all accounting transactions such as handling monthly and annual closings, reconciling accounts payable and receivable and ensuring timely bank payments and reconciliations

Match invoices, delivery slips to purchase order-comparing prices, quantities ordered, received and billed

Transfer charges from the hotel outlets and other miscellaneous charges to the appropriate charge account

Scan, file and organize all files according to Villa d’Este procedures

Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager / Director of Finance and assist in other areas of the accounting office as needed

Comply with all Villa d’Este policies and procedures and bring to the attention of the Accounting Manager / Director of Finance any discrepancy

Maintain the strictest confidentiality and report any breach to the Accounting Manager / Director of Finance

Job Requirements

Minimum 3 years relevant experience in an accounting role; hospitality experience will be considered an advantage

Technical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles

Strong work ethic, confidentiality and excellent verbal and communication skills

Good relationship building skills for a quality work with peers, management and vendors

Good spoken and written Italian, English will be considered an advantage

Our Benefits for You

Canteen service by Villa d’Este culinary team

Employee rates in Villa d’Este Group Hotels, Gift Shop and F&B and Spa experiences

Learning and development opportunities

Employee engagement and recognition events and activities