The Ascott Limited UK Corporate Office is seeking a qualified, experienced and capable

Senior Accountant

to become part of our Finance team, supporting our Lodging business, covering a specific portfolio.Reporting to your manager, you are responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyse financial information, preparing accurate financial reports and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures for your specific portfolio.As the Senior Accountant , you will be responsible for:Leading on the preparation and analysis of financial statements and supporting schedules for a variety of operating hotels/serviced apartments on a monthly basisFacilitating and completing monthly and yearly closing procedures to the required standardAnalysing revenues and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basisDrafting statutory financial statements and managing financial and tax auditsPreparing quarterly VAT returns and recording data to allow completion of annual P11D''s and PSA settlementsAssisting in variance analysis of actual versus budget on a monthly basis and liaising with operational contacts to resolve queriesEnsuring best practice at all times and putting forward ideas to management as to how standards, processes and procedures can be improvedPreparing the monthly management report and monthly balance sheet reconciliation for all accountsSupporting operations in preparation of annual budget and monthly forecastPreparing monthly cashflow forecasts for entities under scope, identifying any funding requirements or surplus cash in good time to support treasury management on a group basisAssisting in documentation and monitoring of internal controls.To be successful in the role of

Senior Accountant , we require:

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifiedMinimum 3 years experience in a similar role within a medium/large corporate environmentGood general understanding of accounting theory and business taxationBackground in Hospitality or real estate (desirable)Advanced MS ExcelProblem solving skillsKnowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulationsAttention to detailThis is your opportunity to be part of our team as a

Senior Accountant . We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer:Genuine career opportunities within our businessValuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunitiesA travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting costA PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first dayEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRecruitment Referral IncentiveEmployee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team partiesOnce you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties(If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodgingAbout UsAt The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives.A trusted hospitality company, Ascotts presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences,colivingproperties,hotelsand independent senior living apartments. Ascott''s award-winning hospitality brands includeAscott,Citadines,lyf,Oakwood,Somerset,The Crest Collection,The Unlimited Collection,Fox,Harris,POP!,Preference,Quest,VertuandYello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascotts loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.Privacy Policy | Personal Data | Ascott

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