Chief Accountant

Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts; Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is on the lookout for a Chief Accountant to join their dynamic Finance Department. In this pivotal role, you will ensure smooth operations by preparing financial reports and overseeing internal controls. Your expertise will help verify transactions, manage payroll, and ensure compliance with policies. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. If you are passionate about finance and thrive in a hotel environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Degree in hotel management or accounting with 2+ years in a hotel environment.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports and conduct internal controls in compliance with policies.
• Verify supplier payments and review payroll reports at month end.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Computer literacy

Results-oriented

Self-motivated

Positive attitude

Understanding Hotel Operations

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Customer Focus

Education

Degree in hotel management

Degree in accounting

Tools

Opera

Micros

FBM

SUN System

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Finance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As a Chief Accountant, you are responsible for maintaining a smooth operation within the Finance Department by preparing financial reports and conducting internal controls in compliance with all policies. Your role will include key responsibilities such as:

1. Verify the General Cashier’s report, Income journal voucher, and review supplier invoices, as well as general ledger coding of expenses.
2. Verify supplier payments with supporting invoices, LPOs, etc., and expense reimbursement with supporting documents.
3. Review payroll reports with supporting documents at the month end.
4. Prepare general ledger reconciliation and follow up for the renewals of contracts expiring.
5. Prepare, post, and update standard journal vouchers and adjustment journal voucher entries at the month end.
6. Review general ledger at month end and analyze expenses and major variations from the budget.
7. Ensure that all accounting reports and job deadlines for other employees are met.

Skills
Education, Qualifications & Experiences
You should have a degree in hotel management or accounting and at least two years of previous experience within a hotel environment. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and computer literacy are a must, while knowledge of Opera, Micros, FBM, and SUN System is an asset.

Knowledge & Competencies
The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, self-motivated, and have a positive attitude. You should possess the ability to think laterally and have a pro-active approach with a strong drive for results. You should portray a fair leadership style and be easily approachable for your employees while possessing the following additional competencies:

1. Understanding Hotel Operations
2. Teamwork
3. Planning for Business
4. Supervising People
5. Understanding Differences
6. Supervising Operations
7. Effective Communication
8. Adaptability
9. Customer Focus
10. Driving for Results