At Mercure Perth part of the Accor global hotel group we pride ourselves on delivering warm hospitality and exceptional guest experiences in the heart of Perth. We are currently seeking an experienced and detailoriented Assistant Financial Controller to join our Finance team and support the delivery of timely and accurate financial operations across the hotel.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Department Heads with costeffective strategies to maximise profitability
- Ensure compliance with credit approval and collection policies
- Monitor and manage payroll procedures and reporting
- Maintain and reconcile all inhouse ledgers
- Monitor debtor balances and implement debt recovery procedures
- Manage hotel cashflow effectively
- Develop and improve financial systems and reporting processes
- Oversee audits to ensure compliance with financial standards
- Uphold strict cash handling procedures and policies
- Reconcile and deposit owner payments in line with management agreements
- Authorise outgoing payments in collaboration with Financial Controller and GM
- Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist in preparation of budgets and quarterly forecasting with Department Heads
- Provide timely and accurate financial and statistical reports to all departments
- Act as Financial Controller in their absence
Qualifications :
About You
Knowledge and Experience
- Tertiary qualification in Finance and/or Accounting
- Minimum 3 years experience in a similar accounting role within a large organisation
- Experience with payroll (PAYG GST BAS payroll tax workers compensation superannuation and accounts payable)
- Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel
Competencies
- Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments
- Passion for finance and hotel operations
- Understanding of industry trends and developments
- Leadership skills with ability to coach and mentor team members
- Strong communication negotiation and relationshipbuilding skills
- Commercial mindset with strong business acumen
- Strategic thinker with longterm planning capabilities
- High personal integrity and professionalism
- Energetic ambitious and driven with an entrepreneurial spirit
If youre a motivated finance professional looking to join a dynamic team and take the next step in your career apply now to become part of the Mercure Perth journey.
Additional Information :
At Mercure Perth we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
If youre ready to take the next step in your culinary career and join a dynamic team in a fastpaced rewarding environment wed love to hear from you.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime