Junior Accountant
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Posted 3 days ago
Perfectly located on the banks of the river and a stones throw to the Botanic Gardens, the Stamford Plaza is Brisbane’s finest 5 Star luxury Hotel and the flagship for Stamford Hotels & Resorts. Our unique location is second to none in the Brisbane market, with all 252-guest rooms featuring stunning river views. The Hotel houses eight magnificent function rooms used to hold an array of Corporate, Special Events & Weddings and additionally hosts a variety of busy food and beverage outlets. To find out more about us and to see what we have to offer please visit our website: www.stamford.com.au/spb.
About the Role
The Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Financial Controller in delivering accurate and timely financial records, with a primary focus on General Ledger integrity, Bank Reconciliations Management, General Cashier oversight, and the End-of-Month close process
Your key responsibilities:
Maintain and reconcile General Ledger accounts
Prepare and post journals for accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
Manage the End-of-Month close process including balance sheet reconciliation, ledger review, and reporting packs
Perform daily and monthly Bank Reconciliations, promptly identifying and resolving variances
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure aged balances are investigated and resolved.
Supervise cashiering activities including cash float management and reconciliation
Coordinate and execute End Of Month tasks
Internal Controls, maintaining proper controls and procedures and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
Building and maintaining professional internal relationships
What you will bring to the role:
• Proficiency with Opera Cloud, SunSystems accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry processes
• Familiarisation with cash handling practices, including oversight of General Cashier operations and petty cash reconciliation
• Exposure to end-of-month close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and preparation of financial schedules
• Development of analytical and organisational skills in a dynamic hotel finance environment
• Understanding of Australian accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory compliance relevant to the hospitality industry
• Practical insight into hotel finance operations, including cross-departmental financial coordination
What we offer:
As a team member with us you can expect to receive great staff benefits:
The opportunity to work with industry professionals in an exciting Hotel environment
Growth within the Company
Food & beverage discounts in all F&B outlets within the Hotels
Complimentary Shift Meals
Uniforms and Laundry
Please note, that this is a full-time role and as such, requires full working rights.
We thank you in advance for your interest in this position, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Perfectly positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River and a stone’s throw to the Botanic Gardens, Stamford Plaza Brisbane is ideally located in the hub of the central business district. Warm and luxurious, the hotel is the epitome of fine taste and classic style, where guests can immerse and relax in the elegant boutique surrounds while soaking up the idyllic river atmosphere. Stamford Plaza Brisbane offers a diversity of restaurants including The Brasserie on the River; Japanese Teppanyaki and a la carte at Kabuki; or The Pav Bar and Courtyard – as well as nine conference venues & meeting rooms.