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  3. ORIENT EXPRESS
  4. Finance

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Orient Express Palazzo Dona Giovannelli, Venice, Italy

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REF88831E

Accounting Supervisor

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

About Orient Express

Artisan of travel since 1883, Orient Express sublimates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome – which will be followed by Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in 2026. The experience continues with the recent launch of La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express Sailing Yachts, and finally, the return of L’Orient Express train to railways. Since 2022, Orient Express is part of Accor Group’s leading collection of luxury brands with a century-old legacy in the hotels and fine- dining sectors. In 2024, Accor and LVMH entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey at @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website at www.orient-express.com.

About Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli

Orient Express will open its second hotel in Italy at the exceptional in Venice. Architect and interior designer Aline Amar d’Amman, alongside her studio Culture in Architecture, has been entrusted to design and decorate the space.

Venice, once the gateway to Constantinople and a mythical stop on the legendary Orient Express train – that opened its doors in 1919 with the completion of the Simplon tunnel linking Switzerland to Italy – will be the home of the second Orient Express hotel, set to open in 2026.


Job Description

We are seeking an Accountant to join our finance team and to handle accounting and financial records for the opening of a new hotel in Venice. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to the financial health and operational efficiency of our new venture from the ground up. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all daily accounting and financial record-keeping, playing a crucial role in establishing robust financial processes and ensuring accurate reporting from day one. If you have a passion for numbers, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to work in the vibrant hospitality sector, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Daily recording of accounting operations (general journal, receipts, payments, reconciliations).
  • Management of the accounts payable cycle, including recording purchase invoices.
  • Verification of cash documents, credit cards, POS terminals, and hotel management system (PMS) reports.
  • Management of bank and cash reconciliations.
  • Ensuring compliance with internal administrative procedures.
  • Management of digital and physical document archiving.

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Accounting or Degree in Economics/Business Administration (preferred).
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the hotel or tourism sector.
  • Excellent knowledge of general accounting and administrative practices.
  • Native Italian, English is a plus.
  • Preferred knowledge of major hotel PMS systems (e.g., Opera).
  • Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
  • Knowledge of Italian tax regulations regarding invoicing and VAT management.
  • Accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
  • Organizational skills and ability to manage priorities.
  • Problem-solving and operational autonomy.

Additional Information

  • Medical Insurance, integrating Collective Labor Agreement one and extended to the family
  • Ticket Restaurant
  • Annual leave
  • ALL - Heartist® Program: Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at all ACCOR locations and partner venues worldwide.
  • Learning & development: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
  • Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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