General Ledger Accountant

SLS Barcelona, a five-star urban resort of extraordinary experiences, brings a new variety of seaside glamour, indulgence and excellence to Barcelona’s waterfront district of Port Forum. Here the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambiance, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences - meet idyllic views to set a lavish stage for the extraordinary to unfold. The only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every guestroom (471 in total), SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, offering an array of exclusive amenities including rooftop dining and bars, three inviting swimming pools, a spacious 800 square-meter ballroom with abundant natural light, break out rooms catering to all size of meetings, a rejuvenating spa, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Say farewell to the ordinary, and hello to the extraordinary!

What you’ll do

We are looking for a General Ledger Accountant to join the team at SLS Barcelona. Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Finance, you’ll support the Finance department on the financial operations of the hotel while managing hotel assets and ensuring a centralized accounting environment.

• Maintains and consolidates all financial transactions in the general ledger.
• Ensures all assets are duly capitalized
• Ensures all necessary adjustments are done before month end
• Support internal and external audits
• Implement internal controls to prevent imbalances and ensure company procedures are in place
• Work closely with accounts payable and receivable teams to ensure timely postings
• Maintain Contract Log
• Resolve queries from suppliers
• Check vouchers, prepare payments and forward to FC for authorization.
• Perform or assist in the performance of month-end closing.
• Input General Ledger entries and journal vouchers as required.
• Ensure that appropriate supporting information is collated and submitted.
• Perform or assist in performing balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations and oversee the process of credit extension and collection of overdue accounts.
• Oversee internal hotel audits and report anomalies to management team and ensuring that audit policies and procedures (Control Self-Assessment) are being followed.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports in accordance with reporting calendars, ensuring that all reports are submitted on a timely basis.
• Conduct necessary procedures to meet all legal requirements

What we are looking for...

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business administration or related field.
• +2 years of experience in a hotel’s accounting department.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• You take ownership of important issues, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
• You learn quickly and adapt to SLS’s unique culture.
• You are humble and open to ideas. We leave our ego at the door and help get things done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.

What's in it for you...

• The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
• Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.

SLS is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor, formed in 2021.