Chief Accounting

Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests.

WHAT WE BELIEVE AND HOW WE CHOOSE TO BEHAVE

At Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences, we live by a culture of service, elegance, and authentic hospitality. As part of the Tivoli brand, our team members consistently demonstrate the following behaviors:

• We take pride in the quality of our work, our presentation, and how we communicate with guests and colleagues.

• We use initiative and sound judgment to find the best solutions for guests and team members.

• We collaborate across all departments to deliver exceptional service at every opportunity.

• We embrace innovation and continually seek ways to elevate the guest experience.

• We treat all guests and colleagues with dignity and respect—everyone matters.

• We demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism in everything we do.

• We proudly represent our hotel and Oman to visitors from around the world.

WHY THIS JOB EXISTS

The Chief Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the financial integrity, efficiency, and strategic success of Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences. This position ensures the accurate and timely management of all accounting functions, works closely with operational departments, and maintains strong relationships with external partners, including auditors, banks, legal advisers, tax consultants, and suppliers.

As a key member of the Finance Department, the role upholds the highest ethical and professional standards, safeguarding the hotel’s financial health, maintaining transparency, and supporting informed decision-making. By doing so, the Chief Accountant contributes directly to the hotel's reputation, operational success, and guest satisfaction.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list outlines the primary duties but is not exhaustive. Tivoli team members remain flexible, proactive, and committed to supporting the business wherever needed.

• Lead and manage the month-end closing process with full accountability.

• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and ensure corrective actions are taken where required.

• Issue monthly invoices to other Minor Hotels properties, the General Manager, and retail/lease partners.

• Prepare and review all journal vouchers for month-end closing.

• Produce monthly financial statements for Department Heads and the Executive Team.

• Approve city ledger transactions prior to posting.

• Review and approve payment requests, employee expenses, advances, and petty cash before disbursement.

• Contribute to annual budget preparation, forecasting processes, and monthly corporate reporting.

• Execute additional finance-related duties and special projects as assigned by the Financial Controller.

HOW YOU CAN SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

Top performers in this position consistently demonstrate the following qualities:

Working with Others

• Anticipate and exceed the needs of guests, colleagues, and stakeholders.

• Use initiative and good judgment to resolve problems calmly and efficiently.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.

• Uphold professionalism and integrity at all times.

Taking Responsibility

• Conduct all business activities honestly, fairly, and confidentially.

• Organize and prioritize workload effectively with minimal supervision.

• Manage time efficiently and maintain strong attention to detail.

• Remain positive and solution-focused, even under pressure.

• Perform self-checks to ensure accuracy in all financial tasks.

Delivering Results

• Commit to meeting and exceeding performance expectations.

• Actively develop professional knowledge and technical skills.

• Follow established accounting policies, standards, and procedures.

• Deliver consistent, high-quality service contributing to hotel excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, along with a professional accounting qualification (such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent).

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a managerial-level accounting or finance role, ideally within the hospitality industry.

• Demonstrated track record of driving financial performance in a hotel environment.

• Strong technical expertise in accounting, finance, and taxation practices.

• Proven capability in preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and presenting both management and statutory financial reports.

• Extensive knowledge of internal controls within the hotel industry and the ability to ensure compliance.

• Solid understanding of the budgeting process, including forecasting and financial planning.

• Strong team management and leadership skills, with the ability to coach team members, delegate effectively, and meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and professionally with stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience in rebranding or pre-opening projects is an added advantage, especially for candidates who have managed or supported cluster finance operations.

• Fluency in English—both written and verbal—is essential.

• High level of computer literacy, including experience with finance systems and hospitality platforms such as Sun Systems, Opera PMS, and Micros.

• Experience in systems implementation or optimization is an advantage.