Assistant Finance Manager - The Carlton Tower Jumeirah

Jumeirah International LLC ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

About Jumeirah & the Hotel At Jumeirah, we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in world class environments. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 140 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East. We want you to do well from the beginning, so we'll give you every chance to impress during the recruitment process. We promise our colleagues a warm welcome and will help you feel part of our Jumeirah family from day one. You can rely on us to support you as you settle into your journey with us and make Jumeirah 'Your Place to Shine'. Steps from Sloane Square and in the heart of the fashion borough, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, has an ideal location in one of the most sought after areas of London, with iconic luxury brands as its neighbours. Staying true to its heritage and pioneering nature, The Carlton Tower will reveal its new look and elevated guest experiences in spring 2020. Assistant Finance Manager This is an exciting and rare career opportunity to be part of an exceptional team at an exceptional time. If you have passion and ambition that sets you apart from your peers, if you can deliver true craftsmanship and quality with charm and flair then join us in creating the best team in the business. About the job The Carlton Tower, Jumeirah has an exciting opportunity for a talented Assistant Finance Manager, to perform their craft in our luxurious hotel. The main duties and responsibilities of the role are: * Assist the Finance Manager in all stages leading to the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and analysis to corporate office and owning company. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned. * Assist in the compilation and input of budget, weekly forecast and statistical reports as assigned by the Finance Manager * Assist the Finance Manager with any ad hoc tasks or perform special projects as required. * Assist and encourage implementing and streamlining the internal control procedures covering all activities of the department and the hotel. Advise RDOF/Finance Manager promptly of any violations, weak areas or discrepancies. * Be fully acquainted with Jumeirah International accounting system and directives and the latest edition of Uniform System of Accounts for Hospitality Industry. Ensure that accounting transactions covering various activities of the hotel are recorded in accordance with Jumeirah International Policies & Procedures, local regulations and laws and records are neat, clean and tidy. * Prepare and process accruals and journal entries for month-end as assigned ensuring these are correctly recorded into general ledger * Ensure all sub-ledgers agree with general ledger. * Check and verify all monthly journals prepared by other Finance staff * Ensure all journals and related financial reports are filed for future reference and are signed by preparer and authorised by the Finance Manager * Control and maintain all balance sheet accounts by preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliation and action accordingly. Attend a review with Finance Manager each month. About you The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills: * Have hospitality experience * Be a self-motivator and someone who is ready to challenge in the interest of continuous improvement and to add value in driving decision making * Have ultimate responsibility for accurate accounting records * Experience of working in a self-accounting environment * A reliable, strong team player * High attention to detail * Commercially aware, understanding and anticipating the needs of operations * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distil issues to the salient points * Opera, Micros & SUN experience preferred About the benefits Besides generous F&B benefits and reduced hotel rates across our hotels globally, this role has excellent employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry. This includes... * Free meals on duty * Dry cleaning of uniforms / office attire * 28 days paid annual leave including bank holidays * Extra day of holiday for significant birthdays * 50% off all Jumeirah restaurants and bars * Generous discounted Jumeirah hotel rates * Interest free season ticket loan * Recognition and Social calendar * Dental cover * Company Pension Scheme * Excellent training and development opportunities