Job Description - Hotel Accountant (HOT0B759)
Job Number:HOT0B759
Work LocationsHilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
18 Little Queen Street
Melbourne 3000
About Hilton
With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member.
About the role
As a Hotel Accountant, you will take ownership of the full spectrum of accounting responsibilities for three hotels within our portfolio. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will play a vital role in driving operational excellence by overseeing financial reporting, managing costs, and ensuring accurate and compliant record-keeping. Specifically, your role will involve:
Post and review operational journals, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.Prepare and distribute reports, including revenue, payroll tracking, F&B cost of sales, and banking journals.Perform bank reconciliations and manage GST reconciliation, addressing unresolved items or discrepancies.Oversee GP payments, maintain sufficient working capital, and process Payroll Tax and BAS submissions.Coordinate month-end closing, including journal postings, expense reviews, and balance sheet reconciliations.Prepare financial statements and maintain accurate records for management, owners, and capital projects.What are we looking for? Experience working within the finance team in a hotel or hospitality industry is an advantage.Proficiency, at an intermediate to advanced level, with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft programs (Excel and Word).Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail.Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.Ability to be flexible with working days during month end, quarter end and year end.What will it be like to work for Hilton?
At Hilton we know that our Team Members are the reason behind our success so in turn we are committed to ensuring that Hilton is a workplace where you can thrive and make time for what matters most. You can also look forward to receiving:
Worldwide travel discounts at unbelievable rates for you and your friends and family!Free access to growth and development opportunities from top class providers; Harvard University and LinkedIn Learning just to name a few.A workplace culture that fosters personal wellbeing and gives you free access to Employee Assistance Programs to support your mental and physical wellbeing. #J-18808-Ljbffr