General Accountant

Job Title: General Accountant

Location: Samaya Hotel, Deira – Al Rigga Street, Riggat Al Buteen, Dubai, UAE

Industry: Hospitality / Hotel

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in the hotel industry

Samaya Hotel is currently looking to hire a General Accountant to join the Finance Department. The ideal candidate must have relevant hotel experience and knowledge of UAE VAT regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review all hotel revenue reports and ensure postings are as per accounting standards.
• Ensure VAT, Municipality, and Service Charges are calculated correctly in the system.
• Review and balance rebates, voids, paid outs, negative postings, and miscellaneous charges.
• Audit DTCM portal reports with the front office for Tourism Dirhams accuracy.
• Handle credit card and bank reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Transfer revenues from Opera to Sun System and post them accurately.
• Deposit guest and client cheques or cash in the bank on time.
• Import and post supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare VAT returns and submit them to the Senior Accountant.
• Verify that all invoices are supported by approved purchase orders and required documents.
• Maintain organized vendor files and ensure up-to-date filing.
• Process all accounts payable invoices and manual cheques through the system.
• Follow up on vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in hotel accounting.
• Strong knowledge of hotel systems (Opera, Sun System preferred).
• Familiar with UAE VAT laws and financial procedures.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED2,500.00 per month