Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable | Fairmont Udaipur Palace (Accor Hotels)
Job Description
Summary
Fairmont Udaipur Palace, part of the prestigious Accor Hotels group, is hiring an Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable to join its Finance team. This is a key finance and accounting role within a luxury hospitality environment, perfect for professionals with strong accounts payable, cash handling, reconciliation, and financial reporting experience. If you are seeking a high-growth opportunity in hotel finance careers in Udaipur, this role offers the chance to contribute to the pre-opening journey of one of India’s most iconic luxury hotels.
Job Details at a Glance
| Position | Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable |
|---|---|
| Hotel/Brand | Fairmont Udaipur Palace – Accor Hotels |
| Location | Udaipur, Rajasthan, India |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Department | Finance & Accounts |
| Experience Required | Prior experience in accounts payable within hospitality, pre-opening exposure preferred |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or hospitality (or equivalent experience) |
| Tools | Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), PMS systems |
| Languages | Fluency in written and spoken English |
Key Responsibilities
As the Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable at Fairmont Udaipur Palace, you will:
- Support the Finance Department with month-end closures by preparing journals and reconciling ledgers (advances, vacations, indemnity, accrued salaries, incentives, etc.).
- Manage daily cash deposits, verify cashier transactions, and resolve discrepancies with banks or service providers.
- Reconcile cash receipts with PMS systems, prepare daily GC reports, and ensure approval from Finance Managers.
- Handle hotel cash floats, ensure adequate currency availability, and conduct third-party float audits.
- Prepare and maintain over/short reports for cashiers and share monthly reports with the Chief Accountant.
- Oversee petty cash disbursement in line with hotel policies.
- Conduct regular hotel float audits with auditors and submit findings to the Director of Finance.
- Train and support cashiers in cash handling and problem resolution.
- Ensure compliance with currency exchange procedures, gains/loss postings, and timely deposits.
- Adhere strictly to cash handling, disbursement, and cheque encashment policies.
- Uphold Fairmont brand standards with professionalism in every transaction.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or hospitality management (or equivalent experience).
- Prior accounts payable or finance experience in a hospitality setting.
- Experience in hotel pre-opening finance operations is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Previous experience in a global hospitality environment.
- Excellent numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work varied schedules to meet finance deadlines.
Why Join Fairmont Udaipur Palace?
- Work with Accor Hotels, a world leader in luxury hospitality.
- Be part of the pre-opening finance team of a landmark luxury hotel in Udaipur.
- Gain exposure to international financial standards and operations.
- Enjoy a culture of diversity, inclusion, and professional development.
Apply Now
Accelerate your career in hospitality finance with Fairmont Udaipur Palace – Accor Hotels.
Apply today via the official Accor Careers portal: