Accountant

Hyatt Place
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary not specified
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Full-time
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Job Description

Organization- Hyatt Place Summary The Accountant is responsible for supporting the Accounting & Finance function by ensuring accurate financial recording, cash management, audits, compliance, reporting, and internal controls while maintaining Hyatt service standards and operational efficiency. Financial Accounting & Reporting - Ensure accuracy of all financial transactions and account records. - Process daily revenue transfers from POS systems to Scala. - Enter daily statistics, collections, direct debits, and journal entries into the General Ledger. - Run and review daily bank statements for both hotels. - Prepare General Cashier's Daily Reports and maintain financial records. - Monitor and maintain credit card transaction records and reconciliations. Cash Management & Banking - Collect and verify Front Office and F&B cash remittances with a witness. - Count and balance cash, cheques, and house bank funds. - Prepare and process daily bank deposits. - Ensure all cash collections are deposited intact and on time. - Follow up on outstanding bank drafts and clearing transactions. Audit & Internal Controls - Conduct operational audits and random checks on discounted transactions. - Verify compliance with petty cash policies and approval procedures. - Support continuous improvement of internal controls and financial processes. - Assist in maintaining accurate house funds and contractor records. Accounts Payable & Fixed Assets - Ensure invoices are scanned and submitted to Cluster Finance promptly. - Resolve finance-related discrepancies and escalate unresolved issues. - Maintain records for FF&E, fixed assets, operating equipment, and special projects. Inventory & Asset Management - Ensure monthly and biannual physical inventories are conducted. - Safeguard contracts, leases, insurance policies, and legal/financial documents. - Support management of hotel licenses and regulatory requirements. Credit & Collections - Administer hotel credit and collection procedures. - Handle supplier, guest, and employee financial inquiries professionally. Administrative & Operational Support - Maintain organized filing systems for both physical and electronic documents. - Handle correspondence, emails, telephone inquiries, and departmental communications. - Assist with Capital Expenditure Authorization Requests and policy documentation. - Support hotel-wide finance projects and assignments from the Director of Finance. Compliance & Professional Standards - Adhere to Hyatt policies, accounting procedures, and local regulations. - Maintain confidentiality of financial information. - Comply with health, safety, hygiene, and fire regulations. - Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, and excellent customer service at all times. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field. - Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CA) is an advantage. - 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry. - Strong knowledge of general ledger, cash management, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. - Experience with accounting software and ERP systems; Scala knowledge is preferred. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. - Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills. - High attention to detail and accuracy. - Knowledge of audit procedures, internal controls, and compliance requirements. - Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information. - Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team. - Commitment to professional standards and excellent customer service.

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