{"id":1185972,"url":"https://alion.io/job/accor-group-senior-hotel-accountant","title":"Senior Hotel Accountant","company":{"id":8914,"name":"Accor Group","domain":"accor.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/accor-group","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":null},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Sydney, Australia"],"countries":["AU"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":90000,"max":95000,"currency":"AUD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":66823},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-24T08:51:19Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-24","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T14:46:40Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"At Accor, we believe in creating meaningful experiences and vibrant workplaces where people feel welcome and valued. As one of the world’s leading hospitality groups, Accor is home to over 5,000 properties across 110 countries, united by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and our signature Heartist culture.\nAt Sydney Olympic Park, our precinct brings together three iconic brands, Pullman, Novotel, and Ibis. Each offering a distinct guest experience while sharing a unified team spirit. Whether it’s the upscale sophistication of Pullman, the modern comfort of Novotel, or the smart simplicity of Ibis, our hotels work together to deliver exceptional service in one of Sydney’s most dynamic and event-rich locations.\nAs part of this precinct, you’ll be joining a collaborative, high-energy team that thrives on diversity, creativity, and connection. Lead by our General Manager, Craig Kelmar, we are proud to be part of a global network while maintaining a strong local identity, where every team member is empowered to grow, contribute, and make a difference.\n Advertisement date: 24/09/2026\nTarget start date: 26/10/2026\nSalary Range: $90,000-$95,000 AUD per annum + superannuation\nThe Senior Hotel Accountant is a key finance leadership role supporting the Precinct Director of Finance in the day-to-day operation of the Finance Department. The position provides a higher level of ownership and technical accounting oversight than the Hotel Accountant role, while supporting the Finance Manager across month-end close, financial reporting, payroll, reconciliations, internal controls, audit readiness and continuous improvement. The role acts as a key point of contact for operational leaders and provides guidance and coaching to finance team members.\nKey duties for the role include:\nSupport the Precinct Finance Manager in overseeing accurate and timely day-to-day financial operations.\nTake ownership of assigned accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, journals, accruals, cost allocations and balance sheet reconciliations.\nReview financial transactions for accuracy, appropriate coding, approvals and compliance with Accor policies and hotel procedures.\nProvide technical accounting support and guidance to the Hotel Accountant and wider Finance team.\nInvestigate and resolve discrepancies, unusual transactions and reconciliation variances, escalating material issues as appropriate.\nSupport effective internal controls and financial processes across the hotel/precinct.\nSponsorship may be considered for the ideal candidate.\n Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline.\nMinimum 3 years’ relevant hotel accounting or general accounting experience, with demonstrated experience at Hotel Accountant or equivalent level.\nDemonstrated experience with month-end accounting, reconciliations, journals, accruals and financial reporting.\nPrevious experience with hotel payroll processing and knowledge of relevant awards, agreements and statutory requirements.\nWorking knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash handling and internal financial controls.\nExperience supporting audits, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.\nAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.\n Why Join Us?\nBe part of a collaborative, multi-brand precinct team in a dynamic location.\nAccess extensive career development opportunities within Accor Hotels.\nEnjoy exclusive staff benefits, worldwide discounts, and wellbeing programs.\nPlay a pivotal role in shaping guest experiences and loyalty in one of Sydney’s most exciting hospitality precincts.","description_format":"text","description_chars":3631,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Lifestyle","Travel & Tourism"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-24T14:46:40Z"}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":31,"reasons":["conf:3","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T18:38:40Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":66823,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/accor-group-senior-hotel-accountant","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/accor-group-senior-hotel-accountant.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-24T18:38:40Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}