Senior Hotel Accountant (Parental Leave Cover)

Embark on a journey of luxury and excellence with Sydney’s iconic first international 5-star hotel! Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers an unforgettable luxury escape, where guests discovers the perfect blend of the French Zest and Sofitel luxury. 

We are nearing the end of a complete transformation and enhancing all the hotel facilities to continue delivering an outstanding luxury service to our guests. Scheduled to complete the changes in Spring 2024, the hotel will provide an all-encompassing experience where entertainment, leisure, dinning, conferencing and unparalleled hospitality will converge seamlessly, transcending traditional hotel boundaries.

We're setting new standards in the Australian hospitality scene and we're seeking a Senior Hotel Accountant to be part of the “ Rebirth of a Sydney Icon” with us, as Parental Leave Cover!

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will be responsible for assisting the Financial Controller in the daily operation of the Finance Department, processing the hotel payroll & accounts payables accurately, maintain timely payroll records and resolving staff queries. 

Your role will involve managing the following tasks:

• 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
• Assist AFC with weekly rolling forecast and payroll report.
• Ensure the cash handling procedures and policies of the Hotel are strictly adhered to
• Developing and monitoring all financial systems, with a focus on Food & Beverage, with a view to improving and streamlining procedures.
• Responsible for the monitoring and checking of all audits relating to financial standards and procedures.
• Supply all F&B departments with accurate statistical information on a timely basis.
• Ensure that policies and procedures set by Accor are implemented and internal controls are operating effectively.

• Prior experience in a hotel environment, specifically in high-volume food and beverage operations
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Relevant degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Please note that this is an on-site role, requiring direct collaboration with food and beverage departments.

Joining our team will unlock generous local, national & international industry benefits on accommodation, dining, travel, wellbeing & more from Day 1. You will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment and be a part of the Hotel's future success. We offer discounted city parking, complimentary dry cleaning, progressive leave policies (including 10 weeks parental leave) and unlimited development opportunities as you learn from industry experts with international leader in Hospitality - Accor. We genuinely care about your success and want to help you grow on your journey with us. 

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, a new challenge in 2024, we look forward to finding out more about you and invite you to apply!