Job Overview
The Chief Accountant plays a pivotal role in establishing the financial systems, policies, and culture of a new luxury hotel from scratch. This involves setting up accounting procedures, creating a chart of accounts, and ensuring alignment with brand and ownership guidelines.
This individual will support budget planning, track CAPEX, and manage pre-opening cost control. Additionally, they will implement accounting systems, coordinate with auditors and consultants, and train the finance team.
In the operational phase, the Chief Accountant will oversee daily accounting operations, monitor revenue, expenses, payroll, and cash flow, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
* Establishing accounting procedures and policies
* Setting up and maintaining the chart of accounts
* Ensuring alignment with brand and ownership guidelines
* Supporting budget planning and CAPEX tracking
* Implementing accounting systems and coordinating with auditors and consultants
* Training the finance team
* Oversighting daily accounting operations
* Monitoring revenue, expenses, payroll, and cash flow
* Ensuring accurate financial reporting
Requirements
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate should possess strong technical skills, including proficiency in PMS/POS interfaces, accounting systems, and reporting tools. They should also be able to balance strategic vision with hands-on detail management and communicate effectively across all hotel departments.
Benefits
The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional growth and development, working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. They will be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about delivering exceptional results.
About Us
We are a leading hospitality company that values innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.