Job Ref: DAL4920 Branch: Clayton Hotel Sligo Location: Clayton Hotel Sligo Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Fixed Term Hours: Part Time Posted date: 18/05/2026 Closing date: 20/06/2026 Accounts Assistant/ M&E Sales Administrator We are looking for an organised, detail-focused and customer-friendly team member to support both our Accounts department and our Meetings & Events Sales team. This varied hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys administration, working with people, and keeping processes running smoothly in a busy hotel environment. The successful candidate will split their time between finance support duties and coordinating enquiries and administration for meetings, conferences and events. Benefit from Dalata Academy programmes, courses and learning tools that equip you with essential skills and knowledge while also providing exposure to senior team members who can mentor you along the way. Benefits Free employee meals on duty 50% Off F&B in all properties €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels 30% off the Friends & Family rate Extra AL day for every year worked (5 extra days to a maximum of 5 days) Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information) Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events Your Job Accounts Assistant Duties Ensure that all sales are accurately recorded and establish a robust system to identify issues. Prepare a daily sales KPI report for distribution to individual departments and track sales using various hotel computer information systems. Manage the cash and banking functions of the hotel by maintaining the daily income audit, monitoring cash-handling procedures throughout the property, and providing training as needed. Oversee petty cash management and ensured appropriate cash levels were maintained in the hotel. Support banking administration where required Assist with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable: Ensure that the processes for recording, invoicing, and following up on payments are effective. Regularly track and monitor the property's debtors. Accounts Payable: Maintain the hotel's purchasing system, reconcile creditor statements, and address supplier inquiries. Safeguard the hotel's assets, with a particular focus on maintaining strong internal control systems. Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems Assist the finance team with month-end procedures Handle confidential financial information professionally Sales Administration Respond to meeting and event enquiries via phone and email Prepare proposals, contracts and function sheets Coordinate bookings for conferences, corporate meetings, private dining and events Liaise with hotel departments to ensure smooth event delivery Update booking systems and maintain accurate records Conduct follow-up calls and assist with sales activity Provide excellent customer service to clients and guests Support the Meetings & Events Sales Manager with administration and reporting What You'll Need We are looking for an ambitious, confident and professional individual with strong communication, organisational and analytical skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate accounting experience, preferably in a hospitality, food & beverage environment or within the retail sector. Previous administration experience essential Hospitality or hotel experience advantageous Strong organisational and multitasking skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Good attention to detail and accuracy Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook Experience using hotel PMS or events systems beneficial Ability to work independently and as part of a team About Us Dalata Hotel Group - We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we'll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe. Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process. Welcome to Clayton Hotel Sligo where our famously personal way makes your time with us a little more special. Our hotel is located just outside of Sligo Town centre, on scenic private grounds with breathtaking views of Benbulben. From culture to nature, you're connected to everything. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. 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