Hotel Accountant

The Grand Hotel Leicester is seeking a knowledgeable, detail orientated Hotel
Accountant
. You will report to the General Manager/ Finance Manager, supporting and working towards analysing financial information, preparing timely and accurate financial reports and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures at The Grand Hotel Leicester.

• Financial Reporting:
  Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports.
• Closing Procedures:
  Facilitates and completes monthly and yearly closing procedures.
• Audit and Compliance:
  Drafts statutory financial statements, manages financial and tax audits, and prepares quarterly VAT returns.
• Variance Analysis:
  Assists in variance analysis of actual versus budget and liaises with operational contacts.
• Payroll Management:
  Ensures accurate and timely posting of monthly payroll, including PAYE & NIC, and reviews and approves payment runs.
• Reporting and Forecasting:
  Prepares monthly management reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and cashflow forecasts, and supports annual budget preparation.

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the use of financial systems, budgeting, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice.
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified / working towards qualification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to adapt to a range of audiences.
• Desirable:
  Background in hospitality or real estate, knowledge of hotel property management systems.

• Genuine career opportunities within our business.
• Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform.

The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection is a brand of The Ascott Limited.

At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives.

A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award‑winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.

Jupiter Hotels Holdings Limited, Trading as:
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection managed by The Ascott Limited.