Junior Accountant

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.

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