Chief Accountant
Step into a world of elegance and excellence with Sofitel Bahrain where French luxury meets Arabian hospitality. We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Chief Accountant to join our award-winning team. If you are passionate about finance hospitality and leadershipthis is your opportunity to grow in a dynamic luxury environment.
What Youll Be Doing:
As Chief Accountant you will report directly to the Director of Finance and play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our financial operations. Your responsibilities will include:
Overseeing general ledger and sub-ledger integrity journal entries bank reconciliations and financial schedules.
Ensuring compliance with internal control procedures and financial reporting standards.
Supervising accounting team performance conducting trainings appraisals and promoting a multi-skilled and efficient department.
Reviewing all disbursements claims and vendor payments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Assisting in monthly financial closings budgets forecasts and preparation of financial statements.
Ensuring prompt deposit of daily receipts and conducting surprise cash counts.
Maintaining all financial documents audit trails and supporting the preparation of internal/external audits.
Qualifications :
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA/ACCA certification is a plus).
Minimum 35 years of progressive experience in hotel accounting preferably in a 5-star environment.
Strong understanding of financial regulations accounting systems and internal controls.
Hands-on experience with Opera Sun Systems and Microsoft Excel.
Exceptional organizational supervisory and communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
A collaborative mindset with a commitment to luxury hospitality standards.
Additional Information :
Your team and working environment:
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is 5 star Luxury Hotel with 262 Luxury Rooms & Suites Including 1 Royal Suite 6 Opera Suites 21 Prestige Suites 32 Club Millesime Rooms 202 Luxury Rooms 5 Restaurant & 4 Bars 1 Grand Ballroom 2 Meeting Rooms Beach Club Kids Club and the first Thalassa Spa in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries (GCC)
commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
Mold Remediation,Succession Planning,Employee Evaluation,Basic Math,Host/Hostess Experience,Restoration,Restoration Industry Experience,Water Damage Restoration,Emergency Management,Auto Restoration,Fire Restoration,Financial Report Interpretation
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1