We're looking for a Finance Assistant - Accounts Receivable - to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will be responsible for supporting the management accounts in relation to the hotels and restaurants.
A city so good we had to double down! In 2023 we have opened our second Hoxton in Amsterdam, this time based in the Eastern Docklands where we are lovingly taking the reins of the historic former Lloyd Hotel. This beautiful property features 136 bedrooms, including the introduction of some new rooms categories for the Hox, a large ground floor restaurant and huge outdoor terrace, a new bar and The Apartment – our unique meetings and events concept.
What you'll do...
- Process the Daily Hotel Banking and deposit it into our bank account.
- Carry out a complete daily Income Audit on the Hotel’s daily Revenue.
- Resolve and correct any variances in the above within a timely manner.
- Review front office guest ledgers and Sales ledgers, inc. Monitoring the PMS paymaster list
- Manage debtor invoicing, ensuring all invoices are raised accurately and in line with agreed terms.
- Propose an internal payment advise to the Finance Manager.
- Credit Control duties, including chasing outstanding balances and maintaining strong debtor relationships.
- Allocate incoming payments and ensure receipts are posted correctly to customer accounts.
- Respond to any guest/client queries on a timely basis, particularly relating to invoices and payments
- Ensure Finance Manager / Hotel Operations is made aware of any continued variances, or training needs relating to other departments.
- Assisting in the month end process.
- Assist the department with any additional duties that may be required other than the above and any ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.
- Pursue and enhance the goodwill between our Company and its customers.
- Assist and support the implementation and future development of accounting systems, policies and procedures.
- Deputise for the Finance Manager in their absence.
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 shit 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.
- Some previous experience (1- 2 years) in Income Audit or Accounts Payable.
- Understanding of the basic accounting functions.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and cope with pressure.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyse P&L statements, apply timeliness and accuracy in recording and reporting.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills in Dutch and English.
- Analytical approach with good eye for detail.
- Strong strategic planning.
- Strong Excel skills; intermediate to advanced level.
- Someone with a hands-on, outgoing, pro-active approach; taking personal responsibility and initiative to prevent or resolve problems.