Accounts Payable Supervisor

Job Description - Accounts Payable Supervisor (HOT0B1NF)

Work Locations

Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof
c/o Kloof Street & Park Road
Garden Cape Town 8001

The role aims to be recognized as a trusted advisor to finance team members and other hotel business partners. This role supports the finance lead to retain and train best-in-class finance professionals and assists in developing their finance team. This role ensures a robust control and compliance environment and supports the hotel / hotels to maximize profit and contributes to implement EMEA Operations Finance innovations and projects.

What will I be doing?

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for the efficient operation of the hotel’s Accounts Payable / PTP (Procure to Pay) department in charge of Accounts Payable / PTP in all activities related to timely and accurate payments, maintenance and control of the hotel’s accounts payable and related accounts. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

1. Assists in any other way deemed necessary for the efficient overall operation of the Finance Department.
2. Ensure a smooth operation of Accounts Payable / OTP in full compliance with policies, regulatory and contractual framework.
3. Business partner with all hotel finance team members and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including Human Resources, Supply Management, Commercial and Operations.
4. Support the Finance Lead to develop best-in-class hotel Finance teams, including participation in all relevant Finance development and training programs.

What are we looking for?

1. Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making skills
2. Excellent written and verbal communication and comprehension skills
3. Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities
4. Must possess the ability to analyse large amounts of data / information efficiently and accurately
5. Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision, within initial training period after employee begins work

Additional Preferences:

1. University degree in Accounting or Finance
2. Knowledge of Tower operations to include all aspects

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!