Staff Accountant

At Four Seasons we consider life and work to be richer when we truly connect
with the people and the environment around us.
Our family members are masters at their crafts - a gardener can become an
artist, a manager a conductor, a chef an inventor. We look for employees who
share the Golden Rule: people who, by nature, believe in treating others as we
would have them treat us. We look for our people to characterize a shared
passion for excellence and to infuse that enthusiasm into everything they do.
About Four Seasons:
Founded in ‎1960, Four Seasons continues to define the future of luxury
hospitality with extraordinary imagination, unwavering commitment to the
highest standards of quality, and the most genuine and customized service.
Currently operating ‎127 hotels and private residences in major city centers
and resort destination in ‎47 countries, and with more than ‎60 projects in
development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and
most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards.
As the leader in branded residences since ‎1982, Four Seasons currently operate
‎38 residential properties around the world and ‎80% of the projects in our
pipeline contain a residential component.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
* The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Assistant Director of Finance in maintaining the general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.
* The Staff Accountant is responsible for supervising other areas within the Finance Department under the direction of the Assistant Director of Finance, including payroll, accounts payable, and general cashiering in accordance with all related local and corporate policies and procedures.
* Actively support other department managers with matters dealing with labor standards, payroll, and other issues that may arise.
* Assist Assistant Director of Finance with maintaining the effectiveness of internal controls to safeguard the assets and resources of the hotel.
* Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance.
Job Requirements:
* ‎2-‎3 years of previous experience working in an accounting or finance role. Hospitality experience is strongly preferred.
* Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or equivalent experience preferred.
* Excellent reading, writing & oral proficiency in the English language
* Good organizational skills.
* Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
* Able to negotiate, organize, delegate & work under pressure
* Computer literacy to include MS Word, Excel, and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet.
* SUN and Opera Systems knowledge would be ideal and greatly valued.
The benefits offered by Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait :
* Full board one bedroom accommodation in a high quality, well-resourced accommodation
* Complimentary nights at FS Hotels worldwide
* Regular social and sporting events
* Paid home leave tickets
* Quality employee meals
* Free transportation to and from work
* Full medical coverage

Work Authorization
Hotel will apply for the work authorization for the successful candidate

We look forward to receiving your application!