Finance Officer

Finance Officer Part Time (Pre-Opening) – Crowne Plaza Geelong

Be part of a landmark hotel opening in one of Victoria's most exciting waterfront destinations

In partnership with Plenary Group, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is bringing its world-class Crowne Plaza brand to the Victorian regional city of Geelong. Scheduled to open in 2026, Crowne Plaza Geelong will redefine premium accommodation, offering a sophisticated stay for both leisure and corporate travellers. It will form part of the highly anticipated Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct, a transformative development featuring a 1,000-seat convention centre, exhibition spaces, and a vibrant retail and hospitality hub. Located in the heart of the emerging precinct, this 200-room hotel will feature spacious suites, an extensive restaurant and bar offering, pool, gym, and meeting facilities.

We are looking for a part time Accounts Officer to join our team over 3-4 days to support the finance function in ensuring the smooth back-end running of the hotel. Reporting to the Finance & Business Support Manager the Accounts Officer plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial processing in line with IHG's standards.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but mostly you will:

• Assist with day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable and receivable, reporting and liaison with a remote processing team

• Assist with end-of-day accounting and financial reporting procedures including reconciling room revenues and working with Front Office team on resolving exceptions

• Communicating with various suppliers to resolve account queries

• Liaising with department managers to ensure prompt invoice approval and processing

• Balance all cash, check, and credit card transactions and compile daily financial reports

• Assist with month end processes including preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations

• Assist with inventory control and stocktakes

• Uphold hotel standards with internal controls, internal audits and support continuous improvement

• Other ad-hoc duties – unexpected moments when we have to pull together to get a task done

What we need from you

Desirable - Experience in hotel/hospitality accounting or audit or similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Adaptable to varying situations and requirements

Highly focused and dedicated work ethic with attention to detail

Ability to work autonomously, be proactive and take accountability for workload.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial software

Full working rights within Australia with no restrictions.

What you can expect from us

Not only will you benefit from a truly unique and career-defining opportunity as part of this exciting hotel opening, but you'll receive a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work and a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Most importantly, your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development programs, IHG career milestone celebrations, and transfer of leave entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.

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, colour, 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.

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

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.