A well-known and well-reputed Company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is looking for an experienced, skilled, competent, mature, qualified, creative, and intelligent candidate with significant knowledge and relevant working experience for the position of  “Finance and Accounting – Assistant Manager”.

About Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab:

At Jumeirah, we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in world class environments. We value diversity and equal opportunity, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 100 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

Burj Al Arab is managed by Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding.

Burj Al Arab is designed to resemble a billowing sail and stands at a height of 321 meters. It is one of the most Photographed structures in the world and has been consistently voted the world’s most luxurious hotel, with features including in suite check-in and check-out reception desks on every floor, round-the-clock private butlers and use of the hotel’s Rolls-Royce fleet. the hotel’s 202 luxury suites range from 170 to 780 square meters with a rain shower and a Jacuzzi in each suite, as well as six restaurants and conference and banqueting Venues.

About the role:

In this role you will be assisting the Finance Manger in the administration of all financial aspects of the finance and accounting function for the hotel, to ensure that all company Policies and Procedures are observed, financial reports are submitted accurately and on time and to supervise the day to day operation of the Finance Department. Examples of your duties as Assistant Finance Manager include;

• Deputise for the Finance Manager in their absence
• Assist the Finance Manager in all stages leading to the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and analysis to corporate office
• Assist in the compilation and input of budget, weekly forecast and statistical reports as assigned by the Finance Manager
• Assist the Finance Manager with any ad hoc tasks or perform special projects as required
• Assist and encourage implementing and streamlining the internal control procedures covering all activities of the department and the hotel. Advise RDOF/Finance Manager promptly of any violations, weak areas or discrepancies
• Authorise petty cash disbursement within level of authority limit after ascertaining that all necessary documents are attached and certified for receipt of merchandise or services both in quantity and prices
• Verify petty cash summary for General Cashier reimbursement ensuring correct coding to expense accounts
• Verify travel expense claims ascertaining travel authorization had been obtained and all receipts are attached. Submit to RDOF and VP/Hotel Manager for final approval

Desired Skills and Experience

About you:

The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:

• • Experience in a self-accounting luxury hotel
  • A minimum of one year’s experience in a similar role
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both in person and by telephone
  • Ability to learn multiple computer software and accurately input information into the systems
  • Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up
  • Excellent reading, writing & oral proficiency in the English language

About the Benefits:

 This position offers a highly competitive salary package which includes: accommodation, transport to and from your place of work, uniform, laundry services, meals during working hours, You will be entitled to one return ticket to your home destination, per anniversary year, medical coverage as well as accident insurance, retail and leisure discounts, 50% discount off Jumeirah F&B Outlets and reduced hotel rates.