Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

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Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

Set in the heart of the city, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, the Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is a five‑star hotel and a landmark building. It has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments, a stunning ballroom, 5 meeting rooms, a destination spa and a food and beverage offering including Mei Ume and Rotunda.

The Accounting Assistant reports to the Staff Accountant and is responsible for assisting him/her in managing the daily financial operations of the hotel relating to accounts payable and other administrative duties.

• Invoice Processing:
  Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, ensuring proper coding and compliance with company policies.
• Payment Management:
  Prepare and execute timely payments to vendors.
• AP Aging Balance Reconciliation:
  Maintain and reconcile accounts payable ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved.
• Vendor Communication:
  Respond to vendor inquiries, resolve payment issues, and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Compliance and Internal Controls:
  Maintain effective internal controls, ensure proper documentation, filing, and adherence to regulatory requirements for audits.
• Financial Reporting and Month‑End Processes:
  Assist with the month‑end process and with preparation of financial statements, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.

• Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or equivalent experience (preferred).
• Good knowledge of accounting and finance.
• Working knowledge of hotel systems and operations (preferred).
• Experience with Birchstreet, Opera PMS, F&B POS, SUN systems (preferred).
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage own tasks, as well as working effectively in a cross‑functional team.

• £37,500 total compensation (includes hotel service charge and salary).
• 40‑hour working week.
• Excellent training and career development opportunities.
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort worldwide based on years of service.
• Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty, including fruits, coffee/tea and fizzy drinks.
• Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year.
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off.
• Free Life Insurance.
• Bupa Dental and Medi Cash plan available.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
• Season ticket loan and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Free uniform dry cleaning available.
• Employee
  
  Experience:
  
  Annual themed employee party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit.
• Employee Recognition Programmes.
• And many more surprises to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!

All applicants must hold the Right to Work in the UK.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Finance and Accounting / Auditing
• Industries:
  Travel Arrangements and Hospitality