Chief Accountant - voco Cairo Arabella Plaza

At voco Cairo Arabella Plaza, we believe that strong financial governance and disciplined controls are essential to delivering exceptional guest experiences and sustainable business results.

We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to support the Finance & Business Support Manager and act as the second-in-command of the Finance Department. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with IHG standards, and continuity of finance operations.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:

• Reporting directly to the Finance & Business Support Manager and acting as their deputy in managing the hotel’s accounting operations.
• Overseeing the day-to-day accounting functions to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial records.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IHG policies and local statutory requirements.
• Ensuring full compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
• Supporting the Finance & Business Support Manager in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Monitoring cash flow, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts, ensuring financial stability and accuracy.
• Supervising accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, inventory, and fixed assets functions.
• Preparing financial analyses, variance reports, and insights to support management decision-making.
• Coordinating internal and external audits and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings.
• Reviewing contracts, agreements, and financial commitments to ensure compliance with approved policies and budgets.
• Coaching, guiding, and developing the accounting team to ensure strong performance and operational continuity.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of financial, commercial, and employee information.
• Working closely with all hotel departments to promote financial discipline, cost control, and operational efficiency.

What we need from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hotel accounting, including at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role within a 4- or 5-star hotel environment.
• Solid understanding of hotel financial controls, reporting cycles, and audit processes; IHG system experience is an advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and assume responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and verbal.
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

What We Offer

We give our people everything they need to succeed, from a competitive salary that rewards all their hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help them live their best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance—always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well—both inside and outside of work—and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us, and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.