Assistant Financial Controller

Talent Link by e2i; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Link by e2i is partnering with an Industry Partner in the hospitality sector to appoint an Assistant Financial Controller. The AFC will oversee daily finance operations, coordinate month-end closing, and ensure accuracy of charges and balance sheet reconciliations for the property.

Candidates should have a university degree in commerce or accounting, professional qualification (ACCA/CPA), 5+ years in managerial accounting, and strong English plus familiarity with hotel systems like OnQ,

Qualifications

• University degree in commerce, accounting, or management.
• Finance/accounting major with professional qualification (ACCA/CPA).
• At least 5 years in managerial accounting or financial control.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Proficient with hotel finance systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily work of the Finance department.
• Ensure accuracy and propriety of charges and credits and timely recording.
• Reconcile balance sheet transactions and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Review bank reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Familiar with Hilton standard chart of accounts and usage.
• Ensure timely month-end closing and financial reports for Director of Finance.
• Ensure accuracy of month-end and year-end books.
• Ensure compliance with Finance SPI and ICP/SOX requirements.
• Assist in forecasts and budgets as instructed.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and schedules for management and owners.
• Coordinate duties with other Finance team members.
• Assist internal and external audits.
• Conduct Payroll Audit if AFC is independent from payroll.
• Ensure tax compliance and timely submission.

Skills

Fluent English

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

University Degree in Commerce / Accounting or related

ACCA / CPA

Tools

OnQ

Check SCM

SUN

OPERA/ OnQ PMS

MICROS

HRLINK

Job description

Talent Link by e2i is a programme to match candidates to job opportunities offered by e2i’s Industry Partners. Applicable for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only.

This job opportunity is from our Industry Partner in the hospitality sector.

Job Descriptions

• The core responsibilities of the Assistant Financial Controller (AFC) are to ensure and maintain a smooth day to day work routine within the Finance department, as well as the effective co-ordination and control of the month-end process. As the Assistant Financial Controller, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
• Supervise and manage the daily work of the Finance department.
• Ensure and be responsible for the accuracy and propriety of all charges and credits to the various accounts and that they are properly recorded in the books on a timely basis.
• Ensure that all balance sheet transactions are accounted for documented and properly reconciled and the accounting records comply with local laws and regulations.
• Review weekly bank reconciliation / monthly balance sheet reconciliation / analyses.
• Fully conversant with the Hilton standard chart of accounts and the correct use thereof.
• Ensure the month end closing process is completed and the timely preparation of all required financial reports for review by the Director of Finance.
• Ensure the accuracy and prompt monthly and year-end closing of the books of accounts.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are in compliance with Finance Standard Practice Instructions (SPI).
• Understand the requirements of the Internal Control Programme (ICP) and SOX and ensure that the hotel is in compliance with both by performing regular audits.
• Assist in the completion of forecasts and budgets as instructed.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and schedules as directed, required by management and owners.
• Thoroughly familiar with the duties and procedures of other team members under your supervision within the Finance department.
• Assist and coordinate the internal and external audit process.
• Conduct Payroll Audit if AFC is independent from payroll cycle.
• Ensure the hotel follows the government tax regulations and submit tax on time.

Job Requirements

• An Assistant Financial Controller serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
• University Degree, preferably in Commerce, Accounting & Management or any other Accounting qualification.
• Finance / Accounting major and certified, e.g. ACCA/ CPA.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience and previous experience in a managerial operational accounting role.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written to meet business needs.
• Possess system skills in OnQ, Check SCM, SUN, OPERA/ OnQ PMS, MICROS, HRLINK.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Flexible in relation to working hours, especially at month and year-end.