Assistant Finance Manager | InterContinental Cascais-Estoril at IHG Career

Cascais, , Portugal -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Operations, Accounts Payable, Income Audit, General Cashier, Accounts Receivable, Month-End Close, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Internal Controls, Audits, Team Leadership, Performance Appraisals, Budgeting, Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Opera

Industry

Hospitality

Description

A little taste of your day-to-day: Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be: Financial Operations & Oversight Directly oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance and Purchasing departments. Ensure that Accounts Payable, Income Audit, and General Cashier functions operate strictly according to company policies. Manage the Accounts Receivable function to ensure timely collections and policy compliance. Financial Reporting & Control Take full responsibility for the month-end close process, ensuring all hotel and corporate deadlines are met. Prepare and distribute financial statements to the Executive Office as requested. Conduct thorough preparation of all balance sheet reconciliations. Implement and maintain internal financial controls in accordance with IHG HAM and CSA guidelines. Manage both internal and external audits when they occur. People & Team Leadership Act as a role model by living and delivering on Guest and Colleague Promises. Coordinate with HR to identify training needs and implement programmes for the accounting team. Provide input for performance appraisals and coach colleagues to enhance performance. Guest Experience & Strategic Support Resolve guest billing disputes and answer queries to maintain high service standards. Actively participate in the annual budget and regular forecasting processes. Liaise with other departments (Front Office, F&B, Sales) to support their financial queries and coordination. Represent the Director of Finance & Business Support when absent from the property. Responsible Business Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and the IHG Code of Conduct. Monitor and report on energy metrics and Green Engage compliance. Maintain proper archiving of all relevant commercial and financial documents. What we need from you: Education: University or equivalent degree in accounting. Experience: Experience as an Assistant Financial Controller (ideally 2 years) within the hotel industry. Technical Skills: Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and International PMS/POS systems. Systems: Knowledge of Opera and PeopleSoft would be an advantage. Mindset: A hands-on professional who enjoys a collaborative environment and can represent the Director of Finance when necessary. What you can expect from us: We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family. At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey? As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Responsibilities

The role involves directly overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Finance and Purchasing departments, ensuring strict adherence to policies for functions like Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Responsibilities also include taking full ownership of the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, and conducting balance sheet reconciliations.