Summary
Accor is recruiting a General Cashier and Paymaster for Grand Mercure Dubai City in Dubai. The role processes monthly payroll, handles hotel cash collections and deposits, maintains petty cash, and reconciles receipts with Front Office and Food & Beverage reports. It also supports audits, financial reporting, and compliance with internal controls and labor laws. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and three years of similar hospitality experience; hotel systems such as Opera, Sun System, Micros, or Paytrax are a plus.
The posting
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Company Description
Join Grand Mercure Dubai City, a 5-star Accor hotel where local culture meets world-class hospitality. With 361 rooms, diverse dining venues, modern meeting facilities, and a passionate team, we are committed to creating memorable guest experiences and empowering our Heartists to grow.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are, and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Paymaster / General Cashier is responsible for managing payroll processing and handling all cash transactions within the hotel. This role ensures accuracy, security, and compliance with financial policies while supporting smooth financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Management (Paymaster Duties)
- Prepare and process monthly payroll for all hotel employees.
- Ensure accuracy of salaries, overtime, deductions, and bonuses.
- Maintain payroll records and employee financial data.
- Coordinate with P&C regarding attendance, leaves, and final settlements.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
Cash Handling (General Cashier Duties)
- Receive, verify, and record daily cash collections from all hotel outlets.
- Prepare daily bank deposits and ensure timely submission.
- Maintain the general cashier float and petty cash.
- Reconcile cash receipts with reports from Front Office and F&B.
- Investigate and report any discrepancies.
Controls & Compliance
- Ensure strict adherence to internal control procedures.
- Safeguard all cash and financial documents.
- Assist in internal and external audits.
- Maintain proper documentation for all transactions.
Reporting
- Prepare daily cash reports and summaries.
- Assist Chief Accountant in financial reporting.
- Maintain accurate records for payroll and cash transactions.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in similar role in hospitality.
- Experience in payroll systems and cash handling.
- Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g., Opera, Sun System, Micros, Paytrax is a plus).
Skills & Competencies
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Integrity and trustworthiness (very important).
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.