General Accountant

Job Description

To ensure accurate and timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of the hotel's financial transactions in accordance with company policies, Accor standards, applicable accounting principles, and statutory requirements.

The General Accountant will support the Finance Department in maintaining financial accuracy, internal controls, and efficient accounting operations.

 Key Responsibilities:

A. General Accounting & Financial Records

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger accounts.

• Record daily financial transactions, journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.

• Ensure proper classification and allocation of expenses and revenues.

• Prepare and maintain monthly account reconciliations.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.

• Ensure all accounting records are properly documented and maintained.

B. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Review invoices, payment requests, and supporting documentation for accuracy and authorization.

• Ensure timely recording and processing of supplier invoices.

• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.

• Monitor outstanding receivables and support timely collection.

• Ensure proper recording and reconciliation of customer and supplier accounts.

C. Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliation

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.

• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.

• Ensure timely clearance of outstanding and suspense items.

• Maintain supporting schedules for all assigned accounts.

D. Month-End & Year-End Closing

• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.

• Prepare accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and other necessary adjustments.

• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in the correct accounting period.

• Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules and documentation.

E. Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with hotel financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

• Ensure transactions are supported by appropriate approvals and documentation.

• Support compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.

• Identify and report any accounting discrepancies or irregularities.

F. Operational & Administrative Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other departments regarding financial documentation and clarifications.

• Maintain organized accounting files and records.

• Support the Finance team in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis when required.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

• ACCA, CA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification (part-qualified candidates will be preferred).

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Previous experience in the hospitality industry will be an advantage.

• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliations.

• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.

• Knowledge of hotel financial systems will be an added advantage.

 Required Competencies

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Good organizational and time-management skills.

• Integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

• Strong communication and coordination skills.

• Problem-solving and reconciliation skills.

• Teamwork and a proactive approach.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities