Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team.
Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy. From a 1.3km pristine private beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay, the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement, with some of the city’s largest hotel conference centres. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi offers award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award-winning culinary cuisines.
About the job
Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the Finance Department, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining and improving financial processes, analysing financial data, and to assist the Director of Finance/ Assistant Financial Controller in all areas. The Financial Accountant reports to the Director of Finance/ Assistant Financial Controller.
As Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the following duties:
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities
- Prepare and review financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
- Investigate and input bank statement data
- Prepare bank reconciliations such as agency imprest and replacement reserve
- Review accounts payable monthly inventory reconciliations
- Review accounts payable purchase journal
- Review and prepare input in the general ledger from various sources
- Review food and beverage control reconciliations and journal
- Review accounts payable / inventory interface
- Prepare balance sheet record and identify and reconcile all items therein
- Manage Payroll Audit
- Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department heads to develop comprehensive financial plans
- Coordinate and participate in the year-end audit process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all audit requirements
- Controls all balance sheet accounts by preparation of monthly account reconciliations and actions accordingly
- Prepares monthly Financial Statements for distribution to Department Heads and Executives, as directed by the Director of Finance
- Prepares all journal vouchers related to for month-end closing and to ensure that all JV’s are recorded in the system
- Responsible for uploading / input of Hyperion records and generating of Hyperion reports
- Responsible for updating and maintenance of reports in Sun System version 6.04
- Responsible in assisting during the month-end closing preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
As Financial Accountant, we expect from you:
- Degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting/Finance.
- Previous experience in a luxury hotel is preferred, resort experience will be a plus
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Our commitment to you
- Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
- MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
- Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
- Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.
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