General Accounts Assistant - Maternity Cover

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivalled service that is greatly admired.

If you are passionate about delivering an exquisite service within a 5-star environment, then we would like to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a General Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital part in maintaining the smooth operation of our accounting processes.

Your responsibilities will include managing and processing intercompany invoices, statements and commissions (ensuring that all entities are charged correctly and timely and that all T&Cs agreed apply), city ledger, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end duties, and providing general support to the finance team including the Payroll Supervisor with processing the payroll journals and payments each month.

ABOUT YOU

  • Preferably Minimum of 1-years’ experience in a similar position
  • Familiar with hotel accounting as well as hotel operations
  • Demonstrates knowledge of, and experience with, enforcing internal controls and associated policies and procedures
  • Excellent spreadsheet and word processing skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Analytical and driven to initiate new ideas or plans
  • Strong and confident personality with the ability to work as part of a team
  • An organised and methodical approach
  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Good time management for meeting strict deadlines
  • Knowledge of and experience with accounting Front Office management software and Point of Sales systems preferred but not essential (preferably SUN Accounts, Adaco and Opera, Micros Simphony and Premier Core)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A strong desire to learn and develop a career within luxury hospitality
  • Good level of written and spoken English
  • Empathy and care for your guests and colleagues
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Resilience to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Pride and attention to detail in your work
  • Takes pride in own professional grooming
  • Professional and engaging personality
  • Confident & professional when interacting with high profile guests
  • Completion of A-Levels or equivalent
  • Certification or qualification in Accounting an advantage

ABOUT CORINTHIA

Corinthia London combines contemporary flair with traditional grandeur. We consider ourselves as London’s elegant, uplifting grand hotel, intelligently designed for modern life. Situated in the heart of London, the hotel features 283 beautiful bedrooms, including 7 penthouses and 51 suites, elegant restaurants, and bars and the largest, most breath-taking multi award-winning spa in London.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We understand what is important to our colleagues and our benefits offering was tailored with this in mind.

  • Highly competitive salary
  • 29 paid holidays per annum (inc. bank/public holidays)
  • Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform
  • Complimentary meals on duty
  • Extensive recognition programs and length of service awards
  • Stakeholder pension entitlement
  • Season ticket loan

Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and giving you more time with your family and friends by offering:

  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Eye test vouchers
  • Access to Employee health and wellbeing programme
  • Mental health and wellbeing workshops
  • Discounted Salon, Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation rates
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels

We will invest in you the same way you do it with us and provide you with access to:

  • Learning & Development programmes
  • Apprenticeship scheme
  • Complimentary English classes
  • Corinthia inspired gifts for special occasions
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Colleague social events

ELIGIBILITY

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

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