Sofitel and its Ambassadors
The Sofitel brand is based on three core values guaranteed by each employee every day:A Passion for Excellence, an Essence of Pleasure and a Spirit of Openness.Through their actions and know-how, the Men and Women that are the creators of Sofitel’s luxury, offer clients a highly personalised service. By transforming every detail into a unique moment of pure comfort and elegance, they create and nurture a relationship with their guests.The Sofitel values are also at the heart of the communication between employees. It is the legacy received and transmitted by all those involved in the brand to guarantee the continuity of the Sofitel spirit in the hotels and headquarters. You must have a passion for excellence, and a can do attitude in order to be considered for this role.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Cluster Director of Finance to oversee the Finance and Accounting department of the hotel.
- Ensure that the books, records and accounts are maintained accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and administration of the assets of the hotel.
- Devise and maintain a system of internal accounting control sufficient to ensure that transactions are executed in accordance with Management’s general and specific authorisation and in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and specific country legislation.
- Assist the Cluster Director of Financethe preparation of the hotel’s yearly operating budget
- Assist the Cluster Director of Finance to ensure that books, records and accounts maintained accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company
- Review and certify any hotel internal/external financial reporting before their distribution and To assist the Cluster Director of Finance preparation of the hotel’s yearly operating budget
- Ensure that the hotel hold all required licenses and permits to operate, all insurances as stipulated in management contract
- Review all proposed contracts for pricing and terms (in the absence of the Cluster Director of Finance),ensuring that hotel’s interest comes first and is protected at all times
- Provide assistance to other operational departments in the definition, implementation and follow-up of improved control tools
- Ensure the hotel has adequate insurance policies in place as stipulated in the Management Agreement.
- Facilitate the smooth running of the department through adequate supply of materials and equipment.
- Adhere to the department budget through the Purchase Order System and inventory controls.
- Pro-active in controlling costs being fully aware of forecasted business and targeted profitability whilst maintaining standards.
- Preparing Month End reporting on hotel operations to Sofitel AP office and owner’s office inclusive of Cash flow forecast, Credit analysis and Profit & Loss analysis.
Key Job Requirements
- Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management
- Minimum of 2 year(s) of experience in a similar capacity with proven track records
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
To be successful in this sought after role, you will demonstrate the ability to excel within a luxury brand.
You will also bring with you a passion for service, excellent organisational skills as well as communication skills, be results orientated with a dedication to exceeding customer expectations.
Previous experience in a five-star environment is desirable, and above all else, pride yourself on ability to build relationships and guest experiences epitomising French elegance, style and sophistication.
