Assistant Financial Controller

About the Mercure brand

Mercure Hotels offer so much more than a place to find comfort and sleep –they are a portal to discovery, a springboard to exploration. Since its founding in 1973, Mercure has made it its mission to enlighten guests to the treasures of the location they are in. The network prides itself on offering high-quality standards with a true take on locality. From the moment guests arrive –– in one of our 950+ Hotels across 60+ countries –they are instantly immersed in a locally inspired atmosphere. Everything from the decorative design to a passion for local food and beverage discoveries is rooted in the unique features of each destination. 

About Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill 

The Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill is located on the central city fringe, just minutes from the CBD, Brisbane River, Suncorp Stadium and public transport.  Overlooking the city skyline and Roma St Parklands, the Hotel features 179 spacious guest rooms with generous open-aired balconies, modern amenities, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness room, and an alfresco-style restaurant and bar. 

You will be responsible for assisting the Financial Controller in the daily operation of the Finance department, supervising the hotel payroll and accounts payables accurately, maintaining records, and resolving staff queries. 

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Assisting with the compilation of the annual budgets and monthly forecasting, ensuring that all department managers have complete and equal input.
• Assisting department managers to develop effective measures to enhance their department’s profitability.
• Assisting the Financial Controller with the Hotel's payroll cycles and preparation for end-of-month reports.
• Preparing Balance Sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations. 
• Conducting payroll and accounts payable for the Hotel, while supervising accounts receivable.
• Ensure the cash handling procedures and policies of the Hotel are strictly adhered to.
• Monitor and check all audits relating to financial standards and procedures.
• Ensure all outgoing accounts are sent with appropriate documentation, addressed and valued accurately, and dispatched on a timely basis.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Financial Controller in their absence. 

• Tertiary qualification in Finance and/or Accounting
• Prior supervisory or management accounting experience, preferably in hotels
• Strong knowledge in BAS and other statutory tax requirements
• Experience with SUN account system, Zambion payroll time & attendance system, Opera Property Management system, and Purchase Plus system is desired 
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Please note that the successful candidate must have unlimited working rights in Australia. 

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. With 5400+ Hotels across 110+ countries, the opportunities are endless! 

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can learn while you earn! 
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance! 
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation worldwide 
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus 
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme 
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program 

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