Overview
Senior Account Assistant –
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Do you want to Be A Part of something unique?
Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton is a boutique lifestyle hotel based in the cultural, creative and trendy scene of Shoreditch and we are currently on the hunt for a dynamic and charismatic Senior Account Assistant
Our team strives to be friendly, supportive and inclusive and we are always looking for people who live and breathe these values.
A WORLD OF REWARDS
• Annual Salary ranging from £32,000 to £35,000 per annum depending on experience
• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves, care for members of their team, and care for their loved ones. Eligible Team Members receive free counselling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
• Smart casual uniform provided
• Employee Meal Allowance
• Discounts on F&B outlets
• Recommend a Friend Scheme
• Company’s Pension with enhanced personal pension plan
• Trainings to get started and continue to grow and loads of opportunities to progress
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
About Curio Collection by Hilton Hotels
Hilton’s Curio Collection brand appeals to travelers seeking one-of-a-kind discoveries and authentic experiences. Each Curio Collection by Hilton hotel is part of the destination it calls home – authentically embodying the distinct culture and spirit of the community in which they reside.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Account Assistant, you will maintain the accounting books of the Hotel, assist in closing month end, prepare the monthly Financial Statement and Payroll/Purchasing duties as required. Additionally, to carry out the daily, weekly and monthly functions in order to ensure the correct accounting for all Accounts Payable/Receivable and Income Audit relating tasks.
• Manage balance sheet accounts through monthly reconciliations and corrective actions.
• Prepare month-end financial statements, accruals, and journal entries in line with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and distribution to department heads.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and corporate reporting requirements.
• Perform financial controls, including FFE and asset stock counts.
• Provide cross-functional support across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Income Audit functions.
• Support credit control, account collections, reconciliations, AR postings, intercompany charges, and chargeback management.
• Assist with payroll and pension processing, employee data validation, incentives, and payroll reporting.
• Maintain supplier records, review purchase orders, monitor outstanding orders, and support procurement activities.
• Oversee invoice processing, supplier payments, intercompany transactions, and statutory payment compliance.
• Manage travel agent commission reconciliations, rate codes, and payment processing.
• Conduct revenue audits, investigate variances, reconcile accounts, verify documentation, and support inventory controls.
• Support financial controls, compliance, reporting, profitability initiatives, and operational finance cover.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile VAT returns and submit reports to the owner’s office.
• Manage company credit card processes and ensure timely submission of supporting documentation.
• Monitor departmental budgets, controlling costs and expenditure.
Qualifications
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviours and be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A Team Member serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
• Experience in the hotel, leisure or retail sector
• At least 1 years’ experience in a similar position in hotel
• Relevant degree, in Finance, Accounting or related business discipline, from an academic institution
• Full understanding of financial operating systems and procedures
• Strong influencing, inter-personal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills – Knowledge of financial operating systems and procedures
• Previous experience with the PeopleSoft system
• Previous experience in the Account/Finance Management
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
• Previous experience with the Hilton systems
• Previous experience in the Account/Finance
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills
• Good Level MS Excel
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests-we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career-and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay-we’re a great place to work.
How We’ll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves, care for members of their team, and care for their loved ones. Eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Exact Location: London, United Kingdom
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