Job Overview:
The position of Assistant Financial Controller is available in a prestigious hotel located in Dublin City Centre. This esteemed establishment is seeking a skilled and accomplished individual to join their finance department as a key member of the team.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Financial Controller, providing support for a wide range of finance and accounting operations. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the financial health of the hotel, ensuring accurate recording of revenue figures and essential statistical metrics from the Property Management System (PMS).
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately record revenue figures and essential statistical metrics from the hotels Property Management System (PMS).
- Oversee purchase invoice processing and maintain accurate and up-to-date creditor ledgers.
- Coordinate with department heads to monitor and manage debtor balances.
- Manage daily cash flow, including regular reconciliations.
- Carry out comprehensive income audits involving cash, card payments, and bank reconciliations.
- Oversee procurement and supplier invoice workflows using Procure Wizard.
- Handle all aspects of accounts payable including coding, reconciliations, and supplier communications.
- Process payroll and assist with associated financial tasks.
- Contribute to group-level financial reporting requirements.
- Analyse and reconcile bank accounts monthly.
- Maintain the general ledger and assist in the preparation of month-end financials.
- Support the preparation of management accounts by bringing ledgers to trial balance stage.
- Deliver timely monthly financial reports.
- Calculate and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Assist in the creation and development of annual budgets.
- Provide occasional support to the Head Office Finance team as needed.
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous finance experience within the hospitality industry is essential.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a fast-paced finance function.
- Studying towards or holding a professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent).
- Solid experience in AP, AR, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end and budgeting.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with systems such as Sage Line 50, Opera, and Procure Wizard is advantageous.
- Demonstrates integrity, accuracy, and professionalism in all tasks.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working model one day per week working from home.
- Study and financial support for further education.
- On-site meals provided.
- Staff discounts across the hotel group.
- Complimentary parking.
- Access to on-site gym facilities.
- Performance-related bonus.