We at The Gateway Hotel are delighted to announce the opportunity to join our growing Finance department. The Accounts Assistant supports the Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions across accounts receivable, income audit, cash handling and accounts payable. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role maintains strong financial controls, supports month-end processes and contributes to the overall financial integrity of the hotel while embedding Calusade Hotels values across daily operations. Who We Are Calusade Hotels Calusade Hotels is an Irish hospitality group owning and operating four well-established hotels: The Keadeen Hotel in Newbridge, Fairways Hotel and The Gateway Hotel in Dundalk, and Hotel Kilmore in County Cavan. Across our hotels we are passionate about delivering warm, genuine hospitality and creating memorable experiences for our guests. Our teams take pride in the service we provide and the welcoming atmosphere we create in each of our properties. At Calusade Hotels we believe exceptional hospitality begins with exceptional people. We are committed to creating a workplace where our teams feel supported, valued and proud to belong. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Income Audit & Revenue Control Audit daily night audit reports to ensure accuracy and completeness. Update management accounts, voucher reconciliations and guest satisfaction reports. Review daily sales including function sheets, voids and adjustments. Maintain organised filing systems for credit cards, folios and supporting documentation. Prepare period-end closing reports as required. Accounts Receivable & Payable Process transfers from guest ledger to city ledger accurately and on time. Prepare and issue customer invoices with full supporting documentation. Post and reconcile payments against open invoices. Follow up on overdue accounts and support debt collection processes. Match purchase orders, delivery dockets and supplier invoices via Procure Wizard. Input purchase invoices accurately to the hotel accounting system. Support month-end reconciliations and system balancing. Cash & Financial Controls Investigate and report over/short discrepancies. Maintain cashier over and short records and reconcile to the General Ledger. Support float checks and petty cash balancing. Ensure all cash and cheques are lodged securely via approved procedures. Maintain accurate financial filing and documentation. Reporting & Administration Prepare financial reports as requested by the Financial Controller. Maintain accurate records to support management decision making. Ensure the Finance Manager is kept informed of relevant matters. Support weekly, monthly and period-end processes as required. Maintain strong communication with operational departments. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with company financial controls and policies. Maintain confidentiality of financial and guest information. Comply with Health & Safety, Fire, Hygiene and Security standards. Complete required documentation via Flow and Alkimii where applicable. Adhere to all company environmental policies. Team Collaboration Build effective working relationships across all hotel departments. Support a One Team, One Purpose culture. Maintain flexibility to support business needs and deadlines. Participate in training and continuous professional development. CANDIDATE PROFILE Accounting Technician qualification or similar preferred. Strong IT skills including Excel. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience in a similar or hospitality finance role advantageous. CORE COMPETENCIES Financial Accuracy & Attention to Detail Commercial Awareness Compliance & Risk Control Communication & Collaboration Organisational Discipline Integrity & Confidentiality Why Join Calusade Hotels At Calusade Hotels, we believe exceptional hospitality begins with exceptional people. Across our hotels, we are proud to foster a culture built on teamwork, professionalism and genuine service a place where our teams feel valued, supported and proud to belong. We are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive, develop their skills and build meaningful careers in hospitality. Many of our team members progress through the organisation, moving into supervisory and management roles as they grow with us. When you join Calusade Hotels, you become part of a professional and welcoming team that takes pride in delivering memorable guest experiences every day. Skills: Account Reconciliation Accounting system Accounting software Ledgers Cashbook Bank Reconciliation