Accounting Manager - Balance Sheet & Audit

Company Description

At Sofitel London St James, we redefine luxury by treating a stay as more than just a temporary pause-it's an opportunity for guests to fall in love with a unique blend of refined luxury and playful indulgence. Our commitment to excellence transcends the ordinary, and we invite you to join a team that specialises in transforming stays into enchanting tales. We take immense pride in creating a playfully elegant and meaningful experience for both our guests and ourselves. Our commitment to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, encourages professional growth, and recognises individual contributions ensures that each team member feels appreciated and empowered in their role. Apply now to embark on a career that transcends expectations and celebrates the art of hospitality.

Job Description

Join Our Finance Team

We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially minded Accounting Manager - Balance Sheet & Audit to join our UK finance team. Based in Glasgow, this role supports three distinctive hotels across the Accor portfolio: Ibis Glasgow, Ibis Edinburgh, and the luxury Sofitel London St James.

Reporting to the Financial Director, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing balance sheet reconciliations, supporting audits, and contributing to the financial success of our hotels.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their exposure across multiple hotel operations.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Accounting Manager - Balance Sheet & Audit, you will:

• Lead monthly balance sheet reconciliations across all hotel entities.
• Ensure assets and liabilities are accurately recorded and reconciled.
• Monitor internal controls and identify any risks or discrepancies.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and work-in-progress tracking.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and support cash flow forecasting.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Coordinate and support external audits, year-end accounts, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare draft financial statements and consolidated financial reporting.
• Review VAT accounts and support tax compliance activities.
• Ensure government filings, taxes, and other financial obligations are completed accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with General Managers, Department Heads, Front Office teams, auditors, banking partners, and corporate stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and training to colleagues involved in balance sheet processes.
• Support continuous improvement of financial systems, controls, and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree-level education in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience in financial accounting, auditing, or balance sheet management.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across several business entities.

Desirable

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CA) or actively studying towards one.
• Experience working with an audit firm or supporting external audit processes.
• Hospitality experience is an advantage but not essential.

Additional Information

Managed Hotels.