Hotel Accountant
Job No:
STAM2025301334
Location:
Adelaide
Numbers your thing? Hospitality your passion?
At Stamford Hotels & Resorts, we believe great hotels run on great people and that includes behind the scenes. We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Hotel Accountant who loves accuracy, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys being part of a hotel’s heartbeat.
This is not a back office only role. You’ll work closely with hotel leaders, support day to day operations, and play a key role in keeping our property performing at its best.
- Permanent full time position
- Monday to Friday
- Located in Glenelg
About Stamford Hotels and Resorts
Stamford Hotels and Resorts, a part of the Stamford Group, manages the Group’s portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 1000 employees. In addition to the hotels, the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally, and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia.
At Stamford Hotels and Resorts, we understand that our people are our greatest asset.
We strive to retain, develop and reward passionate and success-orientated professionals at all levels. In our pursuit for excellence, we encourage entrepreneurial thinking, challenge the status quo and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency, collaboration, respect and integrity among our employees, business partners and the larger community.
About the Role
As Hotel Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the hotel, working closely with operational leaders to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and compliance with company and statutory requirements.
This role is hands on and varied, combining day to day accounting tasks with broader financial analysis and stakeholder support. You’ll be responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing timely insights that help drive informed business decisions.
Operating in a fast-paced hotel environment, you will be a trusted finance partner to department heads, ensuring financial processes align with operational needs while maintaining accuracy, integrity, and accountability. Your work will directly support the smooth running of the hotel and contribute to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Core Role Functions and Responsibilities
Maintain precise and organised financial records, to record and categorise financial transactions, including income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
- Manage day-to-day hotel accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, month-end close, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to assist operational and senior leadership decision-making
- Monitor and maintain strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant statutory requirements
- Review revenue and cost reports to identify variances, trends, and opportunities for improvement
- Oversee audit processes and liaise with internal and external auditors as required
- Support department heads with financial guidance, reporting, and interpretation of results
- Ensure accurate processing of payroll-related journals and employee cost allocations
- Assist with cash flow management, inventory controls, and capital expenditure tracking
- Work collaboratively with the broader finance team to continuously improve systems, processes, and efficiencies
- Assist the Area Financial Controller to ensure Cost Control and Purchasing Departments operate within set budgets and as per legislation
- Liaise with third party stakeholders where required
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- Previous experience in hotel or hospitality accounting (highly regarded)
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes
- Confident working in a fast-paced, operational environment with competing priorities
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy, with strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
- Proactive, organised, and able to work autonomously while being a strong team contributor
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (hotel systems highly desirable)
- A positive, professional attitude with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity
Benefits & Perks
- Discounted meals and non alcoholic beverages
- Supplied meals during allocated rostered shifts
- Dry cleaning
- Discounted onsite carpark
- Career growth opportunities
How to Apply
If you have the experience, we'll give you the opportunity. Please submit a cover letter and resume.
We thank you in advance for taking the time to apply for our exclusive role, please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
No recruitment agencies please.
Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, covered under applicable law.
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