Novotel Singapore on Stevens : Asst Financial Controller

Company Overview

Novotel Singapore on Stevens and Mercure Singapore on Stevens offer a vibrant lifestyle hub with extensive facilities including pools, gym, meeting spaces, and diverse dining. They are committed to diversity, inclusion, pay equity, and career development in a welcoming environment.

Job Summary

Assist the Director of Finance by overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and leading the accounting team to support effective financial management within the hotel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily accounting operations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies
• Perform bank reconciliations and month-end reconciliations for all general ledger balances to maintain financial integrity
• Prepare trial balances and comprehensive financial reports for management review
• Review and analyze all accounts prior to issuing final monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy
• Lead and manage accounting team members to perform duties efficiently and effectively
• Foster teamwork and develop team spirit to enhance department performance and collaboration
• Develop and maintain timetables for monthly report completion and work schedules to meet deadlines
• Prepare various monthly financial reports as required by management for informed decision-making
• Conduct financial analysis on monthly statements and report findings to the Director of Finance to support strategic planning
• Assist in verifying purchase requisitions against capital expenditure and expense budgets to control costs
• Ensure sub-ledgers and supporting documentation are properly maintained to support the general ledger accuracy
• Safeguard contracts and agreements and oversee accounting procedures related to these documents to ensure compliance

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior finance or accounting role
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and relevant financial and accounting reporting systems
• Full understanding of accounting principles and financial regulatory standards

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
• At least 4 years of experience in the hotel industry
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage teams
• Excellent communication skills for clear customer and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure
• Results-oriented with strong attention to detail
• Motivated self-starter and team builder
• Professional appearance and grooming

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you.