Accountant

**Summary** ----------- The **Accountant** is responsible for supporting the Accounting \& Finance function by ensuring accurate financial recording, cash management, audits, compliance, reporting, and internal controls while maintaining Hyatt service standards and operational efficiency. **Financial Accounting \& Reporting** * Ensure accuracy of all financial transactions and account records. * Process daily revenue transfers from POS systems to Scala. * Enter daily statistics, collections, direct debits, and journal entries into the General Ledger. * Run and review daily bank statements for both hotels. * Prepare General Cashier's Daily Reports and maintain financial records. * Monitor and maintain credit card transaction records and reconciliations. **Cash Management \& Banking** * Collect and verify Front Office and F\&B cash remittances with a witness. * Count and balance cash, cheques, and house bank funds. * Prepare and process daily bank deposits. * Ensure all cash collections are deposited intact and on time. * Follow up on outstanding bank drafts and clearing transactions. **Audit \& Internal Controls** * Conduct operational audits and random checks on discounted transactions. * Verify compliance with petty cash policies and approval procedures. * Support continuous improvement of internal controls and financial processes. * Assist in maintaining accurate house funds and contractor records. **Accounts Payable \& Fixed Assets** * Ensure invoices are scanned and submitted to Cluster Finance promptly. * Resolve finance\-related discrepancies and escalate unresolved issues. * Maintain records for FF\&E, fixed assets, operating equipment, and special projects. **Inventory \& Asset Management** * Ensure monthly and biannual physical inventories are conducted. * Safeguard contracts, leases, insurance policies, and legal/financial documents. * Support management of hotel licenses and regulatory requirements. **Credit \& Collections** * Administer hotel credit and collection procedures. * Handle supplier, guest, and employee financial inquiries professionally. **Administrative \& Operational Support** * Maintain organized filing systems for both physical and electronic documents. * Handle correspondence, emails, telephone inquiries, and departmental communications. * Assist with Capital Expenditure Authorization Requests and policy documentation. * Support hotel\-wide finance projects and assignments from the Director of Finance. **Compliance \& Professional Standards** * Adhere to Hyatt policies, accounting procedures, and local regulations. * Maintain confidentiality of financial information. * Comply with health, safety, hygiene, and fire regulations. * Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, and excellent customer service at all times. **Qualifications** ------------------ * Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field. * Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CA) is an advantage. * 2\-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality industry. * Strong knowledge of general ledger, cash management, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. * Experience with accounting software and ERP systems; Scala knowledge is preferred. * Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. * Strong analytical, numerical, and problem\-solving skills. * High attention to detail and accuracy. * Knowledge of audit procedures, internal controls, and compliance requirements. * Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information. * Self\-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team. * Commitment to professional standards and excellent customer service.