Asst Financial Controller
Hilton
- Perak
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supervise and manage the daily work of the Finance department.
- Ensure and be responsible for the accuracy and propriety of all charges and credits to the various accounts and that they are properly recorded in the books on a timely basis.
- Ensure that all balance sheet transactions are accounted for documented and properly reconciled and the accounting records comply with local laws and regulations.
- Review weekly bank reconciliation / monthly balance sheet reconciliation / analyses.
- Fully conversant with the Hilton standard chart of accounts and the correct use thereof.
- Ensure the month end closing process is completed and the timely preparation of all required financial reports for review by the Director of Finance.
- Ensure the accuracy and prompt monthly and year-end closing of the books of accounts.
- Ensure that policies and procedures are in compliance with Finance Standard Practice Instructions (SPI).
- Understand the requirements of the Internal Control Programme (ICP) and SOX and ensure that the hotel is in compliance with both by performing regular audits.
- Assist in the completion of forecasts and budgets as instructed.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and schedules as directed, required by management and owners.
- Thoroughly familiar with the duties and procedures of other team members under your supervision within the Finance department.
- Assist and coordinate the internal and external audit process.
- Conduct Payroll Audit if AFC is independent from payroll cycle.
- Ensure the hotel follows the government tax regulations and submit tax on time.
- Represent and liaise with all government authorities in regard to local tax matters, Price Control Bureau, foreign exchange, banks, pensions, etc.
- Liaise with local insurance companies regarding issues pertaining to local insurance coverage / issues.
- Be familiar and keep up to date with, all policies of both the hotel and Hilton insofar as finance is involved.
- Monitor daily bank cash position to ensure no overdraft incurred.
- Capable of functioning as Controller for short periods of time in the event that the Director of Finance / Financial Controller is away from the hotel.
- Hands on and take an active role in daily activities within the department, ensuring that all work is up to date and assist team members where required.
- Assist the Director of Finance / Financial Controller in providing commercial and financial information to assist in any decision-making process.
- Ensure PDRs are completed on schedule and actively develop team members’ skills and behaviours.
- Oversee the training of Finance department team members.
- Coordinate departmental leave and organize the coverage of positions during team member absence.
- Create a pleasant working environment, ensuring productive and efficient work practices within the Finance team.
- Ensure that all internal control procedures are strictly adhered to and communicate any perceived weaknesses to the Director of Finance / Financial Controller.
- Maintain an adequate and up to date filing system.
- Handle all requests and enquiries in a timely, efficient and friendly manner.
- Minimize the risks of accidents and workers compensation costs by ensuring the correct work practices are used and that the area is safe from hazards.
- Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- University Degree, preferably in Commerce, Accounting & Management or any other Accounting qualification.
- Finance / Accounting major and certified, e.g. ACCA/ CPA.
- At least 5 years of relevant working experience and previous experience in a managerial operational accounting role.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written to meet business needs.
- Possess system skills in OnQ, Check SCM, SUN, OPERA/ OnQ PMS, MICROS, HRLINK.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Good communication and analytical skills.
- Flexible in relation to working hours, especially at month and year-end.