Assistant Capital Accountant

Role: Assistant Capital Accountant Location: South Kensington, London - Hybrid Working available (3 days per week in the office) Salary: Up to £29,000 per year plus Benefits and Training An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the finance team as an Assistant Capital Accountant. In this role, you will be Working closely with the Capital Accountant, Finance Manager and project management teams of the Malmaison and Hotel du Vin group to assist with the day to day running of the capital accounts function and ensure the smooth running of the capital accounting process. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance graduate to take on their first role in a corporate environment and gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced, commercially focused organisation. A more detailed list of responsibilities is below:

• Set up WBS code projects on SAP once CAPEX budget approved and paperwork signed off


• Raise Purchase Orders for MHDV CAPEX projects


• Process CAPEX Invoices and ensuring on time payment to vendors, including ensuring CAPEX vendor set up with the SAP vendor team


• Communicate with the Maintenance and Hotel Development team based around the country to ensure smooth running of project spend


• Liaise as required with SAP Approval team on Capital spend (actual and budget) approval, budget reallocation when needed and budget closure/ roll forward at year end


• Submit required CAPEX related reports e.g. committed spends as required


• Assist with month end reporting e.g. AUC reports and review of AUC balance to be expensed in a timely manner


• Ensure completed projects are followed up right up to capitalisation stage in the books in a timely manner


• Ensure Tech fees are booked to capitalised projects in a timely manner and future tech fees are reviewed at least quarterly against projects in the pipeline so they do not exceed capitalised amount


• Assist with internal and external queries including periodic internal audit reviews, SAP approval level reviews, external audit etc


• Ensure compliance with Group policies and procedures at all times


• Support the Capital Accountant as required including for holiday cover


• Other ad-hoc duties including liaising with consultants for capital allowance projects, National Statistics for CAPEX, CAPEX related initiatives etc
  
  Bachelors degree in a finance or business related field of study


• Similar experience in Finance accounting would be beneficial


• Proven capability to communicate Financial Information to various stakeholders, especially with non-financial background


• An eye for detail and the ability to identify errors and offer workable solutions


• Strong systems skills with a mindset of continuous improvement


• Personable, positive, dynamic professional who works flexibly and collaboratively to achieve deadlines, with "a can get job" done attitude


• Strong communication skills both written and verbal


• A disciplined approach to production and documentation of work


• Strong team player who can demonstrate an ability to take ownership of work streams, work independently of senior management oversight and coordinate multiple stakeholders
  
  From historic Cambridge to vibrant Newcastle, Hotel du Vin provides the perfect blend of traditional charm and modern luxury, making it a leading choice in quintessentially British hotels. Offer exceptional service and memorable stays in these wonderful buildings steeped in local history.
  
  In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:


• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.


• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.


• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros


• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career


• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more


• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes


• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month


• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)


• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more


• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary


• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast


• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.


• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family


Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK


• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce


• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.


• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace, Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.


Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.

35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career

High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more

Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes

Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month

Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)

A decent uniform that doesn't make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.

We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more

We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary

We offer a Loyalty Bonus that pays up to 50% of your monthly salary every 6 months - just for doing your job

We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

We are proud sponsors of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.

Our Sustainability Goals:

100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK

We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round

We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.

Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace.