Finance Intern | InterContinental Cascais-Estoril

The Finance Intern will support the hotel’s Finance & Accounting department in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the property’s profitability. This role offers a unique opportunity to understand the financial lifecycle of a global hotel brand, from daily revenue auditing to monthly financial reporting and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Assist in processing invoices, ensuring they are properly authorized and coded to the correct departments.
• Help reconcile vendor statements and respond to payment inquiries.
• Support the billing process for corporate clients and groups, ensuring timely collection of payments.

2. Income Audit & Revenue Management

• Verify daily revenue reports from the Front Office and Food & Beverage outlets.
• Assist in reconciling credit card transactions and bank deposits.
• Help investigate and resolve any discrepancies in daily financial postings.

3. General Accounting & Reporting

• Support the month-end closing process by preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and performance reports.
• Help maintain the fixed asset register and ensure compliance with IHG’s global financial policies.

4. Cost Control & Compliance

• Assist the Cost Controller in conducting spot checks on inventory (food, beverage, and supplies).
• Support internal and external audit preparations.
• Participate in departmental projects aimed at improving financial efficiency and reducing costs.