Finance Assistant

Company Description

The Hoxton is gearing up to open its very first hotel in Ireland in the beautiful capital city of Dublin. This coastal city is steeped in history, packed with green parks and brought to life through music, art and the best social eating and drinking. We’ll be calling central Dublin home but first we need to pull together a team to help us bring the Hox to this new market. The Hoxton, Dublin will be home to 129 bedrooms of varying sizes, a lobby bar, historic bar, large ground floor restaurant and lobby restaurant, in addition to another first for us - a nightclub.

Job Description

What you'll do...

• Playing a vital role in the month end processes for the hotel, ensuring that the hotel closes the books on time and accurately each and every month.
• Oversee the financial day-to-day for the hotel, including processing and managing revenues, accounts payable processing and payroll processing – all of this whilst working closely with Director of Finance and the team.
• Oversee our financial processes, keeping an eye on how we can improve ways of working.
• Participate in monthly reporting, taking on our month-end process that incorporates P&Ls, balance sheet (including reconciliation) and cashflow.
• Making sure that we keep on the right track with finance policies & procedures.
• Support your business partners in building accurate and timely their activities.
• Play a crucial role in making sure the hotel run efficiently without compromising our overall goal of providing a fantastic guest experience.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.
• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• If we got stuck in a lift together, we’d have a good time and share a few laughs.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way.
• Previous experience in hotels is preferred but not mandatory – it’s all about how you contribute to the team! We can teach you everything you need to know about the world of hotel finance.
• Previous experience in income audit or accounts payable.
• Understanding of the basic accounting functions.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to analyse P&L statements, apply timeliness and accuracy in recording and reporting.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Someone with a hands-on, outgoing, pro-active approach; taking personal responsibility and initiative to prevent or resolve problems.
• A balance between a methodical and process-driven approach and flexibility and creativity when it comes to meeting deadlines and finding solutions.
• You like detail, a lot of detail!

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences.
• Competitive salary.
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension and life insurance.
• Food on us during your shift.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us.
• Training to get you settled into your role with ongoing development that helps you think, make and thrive to set you up for success at work.
• Time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities.
• Hox Hero and Nifty Fifty, our rewards for going the extra mile and living our values.
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.
• Regular team get togethers, from our High Fives to our (pretty special!) team parties – we know how to have a good time!
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that is shaking things up on the hospitality scene.
• Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and the global Ennismore family.