Gelian Hotel
Reports To: Board of Directors
Summary of Position:
As an Internal Auditor at our esteemed 4 or 5-star hotel, you will play a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness of our operations, financial reliability, and compliance with all relevant directives and regulations. Your responsibilities will include conducting audits, providing independent advice, and recommending measures to mitigate risks and improve cost efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Full Audit Cycle Management: Oversee the entire audit cycle, including risk and control management, to assess the effectiveness of our processes and compliance.
- Audit Planning: Determine the scope of internal audits and develop annual audit plans.
- Data Analysis: Gather, analyze, and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, flowcharts, and other relevant data.
- Report Preparation: Prepare comprehensive reports reflecting audit findings and document the entire auditing process.
- Independent Advice: Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality, and achievement of goals.
- Risk Identification: Identify potential loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost-saving strategies.
- Communication: Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee.
- Audit Findings: Document processes and prepare audit findings memorandum.
- Follow-up Audits: Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s implementation of interventions.
- Continuous Learning: Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding the sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards.
Qualifications/Training:
- Proven working experience as an Internal Auditor in a 4 or 5-star hotel setting.
- Proficiency in using hotel systems like Fidelio, Opera, Micros, and SUN.
- Advanced computer skills with MS Office, accounting software, and databases.
- Ability to manipulate and analyze large amounts of data and compile detailed reports.
- Proven knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
- High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
- Sound independent judgment.
- BS degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Should be a member of a professional body with good standing.
EXPERT Tips To Be A Successful Applicant:
- Highlight Relevant Experience: Emphasize any previous experience as an Internal Auditor in a hospitality environment, especially in 4 or 5-star hotels.
- Showcase Technical Skills: Demonstrate proficiency in using hotel systems like Fidelio, Opera, Micros, and SUN, as well as advanced computer skills.
- Quantify Achievements: When discussing your previous auditing experience, quantify your achievements and cost-saving contributions.
- Stay Updated: Stay informed about the latest developments in auditing standards, regulations, and best practices in the hospitality sector.
- Demonstrate Analytical Abilities: Showcase your attention to detail and strong analytical skills throughout your application and interviews.
- Professional Memberships: If applicable, mention any relevant memberships in professional bodies related to accounting or finance.
We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know how your expertise can contribute to the success of our hotel!
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