Assistant Accountant

Mercure Perth is conveniently located in the heart of Perth city, with the major shopping, entertainment and nightlife areas all close by. The hotel features 239 well appointed rooms, along with a great restaurant, a cafe, bar, heated rooftop swimming pool, spa, sauna and gym. Business guests are well catered for at Mercure Perth with 6 modern meeting rooms available, accommodating up to 350 delegates.

Job Description

If you enjoy diversity in your role and looking for growth and scope for your next move, this is an excellent opportunity for you! Become a part of a Fun and Dynamic and fast paced Team. This role is part-time ( 3 days a week).applicant. 

This position is based in the Mercure Perth Finance hub in the centre of Perth CBD and reports to the Assistant Financial Controller. The role covers the below responsibilities for both the Mercure and Ibis Perth:

• Accounts Payable function, including reconciling and posting Invoices, ensuring all purchasing approvals are in place, periodic payment runs, supplier follow up and statement reconciliation.
• Timely data entry of timesheets, accuracy recording employees details and database maintenance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the relevant Award/ employment contract conditions.
• Assist Assistant Financial Controller with any other income audit or weekly reconciliations as required.
• Assist with EOM close procedure, including finalising monthly payroll reconciliations, updating of Stock valuation reporting, Preparation of Prepayment journals.
• Ensure all Accor Finance Policy and Procedures are adhered.
• Assist the Director of Finance with Internal / External Audit requirements.
• Ad hoc duties across our hotels/ hub to assist the team when required.

Qualifications

To be successful in the role you will require: 

• Previous experience in an junior accounting role or a recent graduate
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management Skills, to ensure work is completed efficiently and accurately.
• Intermediate Microsoft office skills.
• Outstanding customer service and a positive can-do attitude.

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.