Chief Accountant (Arabic Speaker)

Job QualificationsIdeally with a university degree or diploma in Finance, Commerce or Hospitality/Tourism management. CA certification would be an advantage. Minimum 2 years work experience as Chief Accountant or Senior Accountant in larger operation. Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must.Job Responsibilities Administration› Protect and ensure the financial integrity of the hotel operations in every aspect.› Assists in the preparation and updates of Accounting Departmental Operations Manuals.› Ensures that the hotel is adhering to all Company/Hotel Finance Policies and Procedures.› Ensures that government-stipulated employee and tax legislations are strictly followed and implemented.› Conducts regular Departmental Communication Meetings.› Ensures that an organised, up-to-date filing system is maintained for all pertinent financial records.› Assists in reviewing all Accounting Department’s daily mail, including all incoming and outgoing Accounts Receivable correspondences. Customer Service› Supports the hotel’s focus on service excellence by training and assisting others to train people to provide exceptional service to the hotel’s external customers (guests).› Ensures that Accounting personnel provide the appropriate level of professional, courteous and caring service to other employees (internal customers) and other visitors to the division.› Handles all guest and internal customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, following through to ensure problems are resolved satisfactorily› Maintains positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships. Financial› Assists with the preparation of the annual Finance Business Plan ensuring Divisional Objectives fully address business objectives of the hotel and needs of employees. › Assists with the preparation and regular update of the Finance Departmental Budget, in close cooperation with the Director of Finance ensuring targets are met and costs are effectively controlled.› Maximises employee productivity through the use of multi-skilling, multi-tasking and flexible scheduling to meet the financial goals of the business as well as the expectations of the guests.› Focuses attention on improving productivity levels and the need to prudently manage utility/payroll costs within acceptable guidelines ensuring optimum deployment and energy efficiency of all equipment.› Ensures new technology and equipment are embraced, improving productivity whilst taking work out of the system.  Operational› Ensures that each section of the Accounting Department is managed efficiently, maximising utilisation of technology.› Monitors and liaises with insurance brokers with regards to claims.› Reviews all Purchase Requests to ensure that the correct charts of account codes are used.› Handles valuable 'Lost and Found' items and liaises with Security for submission to the Police Station.› Participates in the monthly Financial Review and Credit meetings. Personnel› Assists in the recruitment and selection of all Accounting employees; follows the hotel guidelines when recruiting and uses a competency-based approach to selecting employees.› Ensures the punctuality and appearance of all Accounting employees, making sure that they wear the correct uniform and maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene, according to the hotel and department’s grooming standards.› Maximises the effectiveness of the employees by developing each of their skills and abilities through the appropriate training, coaching, and/or mentoring.› Assists to conduct annual Performance Development Discussions with Director of Finance and supports employees in their professional development goals. › Plans and implements effective training programmes for employees in coordination with the Training Manager and Departmental Trainers.› Encourages employees to be creative and innovative, challenging and recognising them for their contribution to the success of the operation.› Ensures that all employees have a complete understanding of and adhere to employee rules and regulations.› Ensures that employees follow all hotel, company and local rules, policies and regulations relating to fire and hazard safety, and security.› Feedbacks the results of the Employee Opinion Survey and to ensure that the relevant changes are implemented. Other Duties› Is knowledgeable in statutory legislation in taxes, Forex, employee and industrial relations.› Attends and contributes to all training sessions and meetings as required.› Is knowledgeable in statutory legislation in taxes, employee and industrial relations.› Exercises responsible management and behaviour at all times and positively representing the hotel management team.› Maintains strong, professional relationship with the relevant representatives from competitor hotels, business partners and other organisations. › Reads the hotel's Employee Handbook and have an understanding of and adhere to the hotel's rules and regulations and in particular, the policies and procedures relating to computer resources, fire, hygiene, health and safety.› Ensures high standards of personal presentation and grooming.› Responds to changes in the Accounting function as dictated by the industry, company and hotel.› Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

1) Arabic Speaker

2) 5-star experience in luxurious hospitality.