Hotel Accountant

Where rich history meets modern elegance, The Porter House Hotel pays tribute to its heritage beginnings, from tobacco and leather trade to the trail of wonder of spice and spirit merchants. From the moment you set foot inside, you will be enticed to discover more, always surprising and always something to come back for. Positioned in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, just footsteps from Hyde Park and a short stroll from Pitt Street Mall, QVB, theatres and other iconic attractions. The Porter House is a luxury property with a 5-star hotel, unique bar, fine dining restaurant and a lively cafe. It is a stylish sanctuary, blending architectural design with the charms of yesteryear. The Porter House is a place to meet and explore, to linger and find yourself happily lost within. 

This position is responsible for assisting the Financial Controller in the daily operation of the Finance department, directly overseeing and assisting with accounts payable, receivables, and payroll processes

• Process correct and timely payment of creditors accounts.
• Process correct and timely payment of other accounts, e.g. expense claims, Prepayments, Petty Cash, CAPEX etc.
• Ensure required authorisations and supporting documentation for all payments.
• Reconcile all payments to Trial Balance, General Ledger, Balance Sheet and/or supplier’s statements.
• Carry out End of Month procedures.
• Maintain orderly files and records of payments and correspondence.
• Provide required reports for office records, head office reporting, etc.
• Maintain and update data in Accounts Payable computer program.
• Send notification to superannuation companies of new and terminated team members.
• Ensure general cashiering process are conducted accurately and cash banked in on a timely basis.
• Assist with the Business Activity Statement (BAS) and other tax requirements.
• Work with Heads of Department to develop effective measures to enhance their profitability.
• Assist Assistant Financial Controller in the Monthly General Ledger reconciliations.
• Process fortnightly payroll.
• Interpret pay conditions under the relevant award or agreement.
• Process payroll transfers through nominated bank.
• Generate reports.
• Generate monthly superannuation contributions to nominated funds.
• Generate monthly payroll cheques/EFT payments

• Passion for accounting and the hospitality industry and a genuine desire to advance in a hotel finance department.
• Educational background in Finance & Accounting
• Previous experience in similar role in a hotel context will be advantageous
• Experience with Opera, Zambion, Purchase Plus will be advantageous
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, priorities tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Unlimited working rights

Why work with Accor at The Porter House Hotel - MGallery

At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life and that you can continue exploring Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company and we recruit and promote diverse talent.