Accounts Receivable Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Receivable

Location: Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, County Laois

Reports to: Assistant Financial Controller

Overview:

Midlands Park Hotel is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Income Audit Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, reviewing income streams, and supporting the accounting functions of the hotel. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic hospitality environment and gain valuable experience in financial auditing and accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

Income Auditing:

• Perform daily income audits by reviewing revenue reports, verifying income, and reconciling discrepancies.
• Ensure that all revenue streams (rooms, F&B, banquets, spa, etc.) are accurately accounted for and documented.
• Investigate variances between expected and actual income, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily and monthly income audit reports for management review.

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in preparing and maintaining accurate financial records and reports.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by providing accurate income audit reports.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and other regulatory financial filings.

Accounts Support:

• Assist the finance team with general accounting duties, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliations.
• Assist in bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and cash management.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data and adhere to hotel policies.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the hotel’s finance, operations, and management teams to improve financial procedures and reporting accuracy.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Qualification in Accounting.
• Knowledge of income auditing processes and accounting principles.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with a high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Desirable Skills:

• Previous experience in hotel finance or income auditing would be an advantage.
• Experience using hotel property management systems (PMS) and point-of-sale (POS) systems is a plus.
• Accounting Qualification required