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Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Montcalm CollectionLondon, United Kingdom
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Montcalm Collection

United by timeless style and peerless service, Montcalm

Collection is London’s compendium of luxury hotels. Housed in elegant Georgian

townhouses, an 18th-century brewery, heritage headquarters and a diamond-shaped

skyscraper, each hotel reveals a different chapter in the city’s story. The

hotels in the collection include a storied city-slicker, housed in the former

headquarters of the Royal Mail : Montcalm Royal London House. A property with a

bold new perspective at Montcalm East, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection.

And a duo of mindful hotels which set a slower pace : Inhabit, Southwick Street

and Inhabit, Queen’s Gardens, both part of Design Hotels.

Overview

Montcalm

Collection is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Assistant

to join our finance team in the hospitality industry. This is an exciting

opportunity for a self-motivated individual with a strong accounting background

who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Additionally

responsible for generating bills and collect all revenue owed to the hotel in

an accurate, timely manner in accordance with accounting policies and

procedures. Also assist the finance manager in directing the financial

activities of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure

timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and reconciliation of

statements to facilitate departmental review of operating performance and

KPI trends. Strong attention to detail is essential to identify

discrepancies and errors in financial documents.

  • Perform
  • the three-way match process—comparing invoices with purchase orders and

    signed receiving records to ensure accuracy. A solid understanding of

    general accounting principles and practices is required.

  • Verify
  • commission invoices in the PMS system for sales value before processing

    and ensure necessary authorizations are obtained. Proficiency in data

    entry is crucial to ensure all information is entered and verified

    accurately.

  • Process
  • all foreign currency payments in compliance with company policy and money

    laundering regulations. Strong problem-solving skills will be required to

    resolve any discrepancies or issues in payments.

  • Manage
  • petty cash claims in accordance with company policy, ensuring accurate

    record-keeping and timely processing.

  • Prepare
  • and submit payment runs for all allocated hotels in line with the agreed

    timetable. Also responsible for preparing month-end PO and non-PO accruals

    for all allocated hotels. Effective time management and organizational

    skills are key to meeting deadlines.

  • Provide
  • training to team members on accounting processes and procedures, ensuring

    clarity and fostering collaboration within the team.

  • Handle
  • ad-hoc duties as required by the Accounts Payable Manager or Financial

    Director. Conduct weekly supplier ageing reviews and submit reports to the

    Accounts Payable Manager.

  • Maintain
  • a folder for high-value invoices, ensuring proper documentation and

    tracking.

  • Handle
  • all financial information with confidentiality and provide professional

    customer service when addressing vendor inquiries or resolving disputes.

  • Proficiency
  • in accounting software (e.g., Sage Intact) and Microsoft Office,

    particularly Excel, is required. Experience in the hotel or hospitality

    industry is a plus.

  • Strong
  • communication skills are essential for interacting with vendors and

    internal teams, and the ability to work both independently and

    collaboratively within a team is important.

    ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational

    skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

    efficiently.

    This job description is intended to illustrate the

    primary duties and responsibilities of the job and is not exhaustive list of

    tasks required.  This document reflects

    the job content at time of writing and will be subject to periodic changes in

    the light of changing operational and environmental requirements.

    Qualifications and Experience :

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, business

    administration, or a related field.

    Prior experience in accounts assistant is

    preferred.

    Strong organisational and time management

    skills.

    Excellent communication and interpersonal

    skills.

    Ability to work well under pressure and meet

    deadlines.

    Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

    Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly

    Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

    The role may require occasional work outside of regular

    business hours.

    Benefits

    Collaborative and empowering

    team dynamics.

    Pathways for promotions and

    growth within the brand.

    Recognition and Rewards

    Program.

    Access to an array of

    discounts via our Benefits Platform.

    Comprehensive training through

    Certified Classroom and E-Learnings.

    28 holidays annually,

    inclusive of 8 bank holidays. Additional holidays post 2-year tenure.

    Health incentives : Cash-back

    on optical, dental, chiropractic, and physio services.

    Concession on gym memberships.

    Nutritious meals provided

    during shifts.

    Inclusive pension schemes

    Eligibility

    Candidates must be authorised to live and work in the UK. Currently,

    visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    At Montcalm Collection, diversity and inclusion aren't just buzzwords.

    We genuinely value the unique perspectives everyone brings, regardless of

    gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or background. Our culture thrives on

    mutual respect, and we provide a workplace free from discrimination and

    prejudice.

    Should this role resonate with your aspirations, please apply. If not

    shortlisted, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us, either

    now or in the future.

    Note :   If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider

    your application as not shortlisted for this role.

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