Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Staff Accountant
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About Four Seasons
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location
Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 8 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including Cooper's Cut (Modern Steakhouse), Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dining, afternoon tea & bar)
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is looking for a Staff Accountant to join the team!
The Role of the Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant reports to the Assistant Director of Finance, and is responsible for assisting him in overseeing the daily operations related to his scope of work, in performing the month-end process, and in maintaining the general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations. As a Staff Accountant, you will be overseeing the Accounts Payable process for our three entities, Hotel, Private Members Club, and Residences, in coordination with our outsourced accounts payable team and the Purchasing department. You will also perform other tasks such as F&B cost analytics, and may be assisting with other areas of the Finance Department such as Income Audit and Accounts Receivable.
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Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Payable function, including invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor account management, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies.
- Review and approve invoice coding, payment batches, and vendor reconciliations, ensuring proper authorization and compliance with internal controls.
- Monitor vendor accounts and payment schedules, maintaining positive supplier relationships while ensuring timely resolution of invoice discrepancies and outstanding issues.
- Coordinate with purchasing, receiving, and operational departments to ensure accurate invoice processing, timely invoice approvals, and proper expense recognition.
- Prepare and review Accounts Payable aging reports, cash disbursement forecasts, and payment analyses, providing recommendations to support effective cash flow management.
- Ensure compliance with hotel policies and internal control procedures, as well as brand standards, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audit activities by maintaining accurate documentation and responding to audit requests.
- Assist with month-end closing procedures, including accruals preparation, journal entries posting, P&L variance analysis, account reconciliations, and the review of Balance Sheet accounts related to Accounts Payable.
- Review and perform Food & Beverage costs performance analysis, producing month-end comments and Actions plans in collaboration with F&B Operations teams.
The ideal Staff Accountant candidate will have
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum 2–4 years of progressive experience in Hotel Finance, including responsibility for Accounts Payable, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with Accounting software, Procurement software, and knowledge of hotel property management systems (Opera PMS), and POS systems is required.
- Understanding of accounts payable processes, month-end closing procedures, account reconciliations, accruals, and internal controls.
- Excellent computer skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines, build effective working relationships, and collaborate across departments.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
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Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge employees enjoy
- £50,000 compensation inclusive of salary and hotel service charge
- 40 hour working week
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world based on years of service
- Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and fizzy drinks available throughout the day
- Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year
- Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off
- Free Life Insurance
- Bupa Dental and MediCash plan available
- Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
- Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme
- Free uniform dry cleaning available
- Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.
- Access to Wagestream– a salary advance benefit
- Employee Recognition Programmes
- &many, many more surprises to discover!
Schedule and hours
This role will operate Monday through Friday with standard office hours of 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. You will be based at Four Seasons Tower Bridge 5 days a week.
We look forward to receiving your application!
All applicants must hold the Right to Work in the UK
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