RWJED-General Ledger Accountant

General Information

Country/Region Saudi Arabia Province/City Jeddah Hiring Entity Rosewood Jeddah Department Finance Job Type Full-time Permanent

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing comprehensive monthly reports of the financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ensures all local, state/province and national taxes are deposited timely, and all related reports are filed on a timely basis.

• Prepare accrued & prepaid expenses schedules and recurring journal vouchers.
• Prepare depreciation & amortization schedules and recurring journals.
• Post all journal vouchers to accounting system
• Review and analyze actual to budget variances and report to the Chief Accountant.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis, any reconciling items should be cleared monthly.
• Assistance with annual budget preparation as assigned by Director Finance Business Partner.

Standard Responsibilities:

• Complies to the company policies.
• Takes on other tasks in addition of the ones stated, in a reasonable framework.
• Develops and updates policies and manuals, as related to the division/department, for implementation in the field, while ensuring compliance to the same for consistency across the group.
• Conducts self in a professional manner at all times to reflect the high standards of Rosewood and encourage staff to do the same.
• Is a “brand ambassador” at all times and ensures brand integrity and clarity are always maintained.
• Models the company’s culture, vision, mission and core values at all times.

Required skills :

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines for financial reports.
• Must have a high degree of professional integrity, and be able to work safely, effectively and efficiently.
• Must be able to maintain good relationships with all departments in the hotel to promote effective internal control and financial advisory role.
• Must have the ability to communicate, and the commitment, to follow all local and corporate policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• University/college graduate with major in Accounting.

Experience :

• Thorough knowledge in accounting principles and procedures.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of financial reports or operating statements
• Knowledge in relevant hotel policies

About Us

Rosewood Jeddah is situated in the heart of Jeddah’s Corniche in the fashionable northern corner of the city within easy reach of key business, diplomatic and designer shopping districts. The hotel itself is a distinctive modern building situated along the shores of the Red Sea with memorable views from the hotel’s guestrooms and luxury facilities, making it a popular destination for a Saudi Arabia vacation. The hotel’s name is inspired by the traditional culture and architecture of the city of Jeddah. The city’s history dates back more than two thousand years. As a major port on the Red Sea, Jeddah has been a destination on many adventurers’ voyages and journeys. Unesco described the oldest areas of Jeddah as a unique example of the historic urban architecture of the Mediterranean and the Arabian Peninsula. At Rosewood Jeddah the very best of modern design and technology is combined with the heritage, culture and traditions of the kingdom. The hotel appeals to both business and leisure travelers offering elegance and unparalleled personal service. One of the finest hotels in Jeddah and Saudi Arabia, Rosewood Jeddah was the first hotel in Jeddah to offer 24-hour butler service for all rooms. The hotel’s 127 rooms and suites are thoughtfully furnished and many offer stunning views of the Red Sea.