Chief Accountant

Kempinski Hotels; Çeşme; On-site; TRY 2,480,000 - 3,308,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain is looking for a Chief Accountant in Alacati, Turkey. The successful candidate will oversee all accounting operations and prepare financial statements. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in hotel accounting software. This is a permanent, full-time position with significant responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in the luxury hospitality or real estate sector.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with international hotel chains is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and present financial statements and management reports.
• Lead the budgeting process and provide variance analysis.

Skills

Accounting

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

MS Office

Hotel accounting software

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Hotel accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Department: Finance & Procurement

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Turkey - Alacati

Description

Chief Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities, payrolls, taxes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Lead the budgeting process, monitor actual performance versus budget and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
• Manage cash flow, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.
• Ensure full compliance with local accounting standards and all relevant legal regulations. Establish, implement, and monitor robust internal control systems; conduct regular audits to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns and other statutory obligations.
• Take a leading role in setting up financial systems and procedures during the pre-opening phase.
• Liaise effectively with external auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in the luxury hospitality or real estate sector, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Previous experience with international hotel chains / residences while experience with pre-opening projects is a strong advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and hotel accounting software’s
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• High ethical standards and a strong sense of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in English