Accounts Payable Officer

Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests.

EY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note that this list outlines the primary responsibilities but is not exhaustive. At Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences, team members are encouraged to take initiative and find new ways to support the business, elevate the guest experience, and collaborate effectively with colleagues across all departments.

• Oversee the collection, verification, and processing of all invoices, ensuring proper purchase orders, supporting documents, and required approvals are obtained prior to payment.

• Prepare and manage scheduled payment listings, ensuring all disbursements are reviewed, validated, and approved before processing.

• Ensure all supplier reconciliations are completed accurately and on a monthly basis.

• Ensure compliance with all internal and external financial reporting obligations, submitting reports accurately and on time.

• Maintain an organized and efficient filing and documentation system to support the smooth administration of the Finance Department.

• Coordinate the establishment and maintenance of credit arrangements with suppliers as required.

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date accruals register for month-end and year-end closing.

• Support the Financial Controller with additional duties, analysis tasks, and special projects as needed.

HOW YOU CAN SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

Top-performing team members at Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences demonstrate the following behaviors, attitudes, and professional qualities:

Working with Others

• Anticipate and exceed the needs of internal and external stakeholders.

• Use initiative, sound judgment, and a calm approach to resolve challenges effectively.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the hotel to achieve shared goals and support teamwork.

• Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and integrity in all interactions.

Taking Responsibility

• Conduct all financial and business activities honestly, ethically, and confidentially.

• Prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining structured, organized workflows.

• Manage time efficiently with strong attention to detail and minimal supervision.

• Maintain a positive and solution-oriented attitude, even in high-pressure periods.

• Review and validate work thoroughly to ensure the highest level of accuracy.

Delivering Results

• Commit to meeting and exceeding all departmental and performance expectations.

• Continually develop professional skills, technical expertise, and industry knowledge.

• Carry out duties in strict alignment with hotel policies, internal controls, and procedures.

• Contribute to delivering a consistently high-quality experience for guests and stakeholders.

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Professional accounting certification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent (preferred).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial-level accounting or finance position, ideally within the hospitality industry.

• Proven track record of supporting and enhancing hotel financial performance.

• Strong technical knowledge in accounting principles, financial analysis, and taxation.

• Demonstrated experience in preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and presenting both management and statutory financial reports.

• In-depth understanding of hotel internal controls, compliance requirements, and financial policies.

• Solid knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

• Effective team leadership skills, with the ability to coach, develop, and manage a team while meeting tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Experience in hotel rebranding or pre-opening projects is an added advantage.

• Experience in cluster finance operations is a strong advantage.

• High proficiency in English—excellent verbal and written communication.

• Strong computer literacy, including finance systems and hospitality platforms such as Sun Systems, Opera PMS, and Micros; experience in systems implementation is beneficial.