General Accountant

Company Description Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection, a former cultural institution and much-beloved boarding school, is undergoing an extensive transformation to awaken the property's storied and romantic history, dating back to the 16th century. Auberge's third European destination, Collegio is a delight for design lovers and gourmands alike. Three adjacent original buildings feature 83 rooms, an original chapel and theater, a library, two restaurants, and a bar which was once the school's principal's office. Surrounded by old-growth cyprus and soaring oak trees, the resort's grounds boast expansive lawns, five levels of terraced Baroque gardens, a pool, and garden bar and restaurant. Come here for relaxation or adventure - and leave utterly enchanted. Job Description The General Accountant plays a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of the hotel's operations. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, the General Accountant is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial accounting and reporting within the hotel. Responsibilities: Cost Control: Monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities to allow the operational team to optimize resources and improve profitability. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company policies to reduce the risk of penalties or legal issues for the operational team. Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations, ensuring compliance with audit requirements. Account Reconciliation: Ensure that all accounts are reconciled on a regular basis, identifying and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepare accruals of service and prepaid schedules on a monthly basis. Perform the monthly cash register count. Preparation of the monthly global invoice. Financial Analysis & Operational Support: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement, providing recommendations to management as needed. In collaboration with the Purchasing Manager, track the checkbook and provide support to the operational areas. Also, jointly define the weekly or bi-weekly payments. Inventory supervision in conjunction with the Purchasing Supervisor. Review, preparation, and reconciliation of master accounts for groups, review of group contracts for deposit tracking and determination of commissionability. Application of deposits to master accounts once received in the account. Calculation of group commissions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Information Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world's most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Pinterest: AubergeResorts and AlwaysAuberge. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-firenze, IT

Posted Date: 11/25/2024