Assistant Finance Manager

Company Description A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world’s most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

Job Description The Assistant Finance Manager supports the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of daily accounting transactions across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash & Bank, and Fixed Asset processes. The role assist in ensuring strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, and supporting efficient month-end closing. The OC works closely with BPO, property teams and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations, accurate reporting, and execution of essential financial transactions at the Property level.

Order to Cash (OTC)

  • Pull and share reports for BPO
  • File physical invoices/receipts
  • Help chase remittance advice or overdue invoices
Procure to Pay (PTP)
  • Follow up on open AP items flagged by BPO
  • Review BPO reports; provide accrual inputs for unbilled expenses
  • Store tax documents; support auditor access
  • Assist FC with AP analysis if required
  • Liaise with local authorities/external accountants on regulation changes
Record to Report (RTR)
  • Submit master data change requests with supporting docs
  • Handle physical cash and ensure policy compliance
  • Reconcile physical cash to accounting records
  • Clear bank open items
Intercompany
  • Prepare cross-charging details; confirm completeness before BPO processes
Fixed Assets & Leases
  • Support physical asset tagging, transfers, retirement, count
  • Maintain lease contracts and supporting documents
Period-End Closing
  • Gather docs for non-standard JEs and prepaid amortization
  • Support BPO/GSSC with closing details
  • Help clear balance sheet open items
Tax & General
  • Prepare data for tax adjustments; support local tax filings if needed
  • Act as local point of contact for auditors, banks, regulators
  • File physical accounting/tax records; grant auditor access
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or shared service operations.
  • Experience in Oracle Fusion or other ERP systems preferred.
  • Strong understanding of AR, AP, GL, and cash processes.
  • Proficiency in account reconciliations, cash management, and journal preparation.
  • Strong analytical skills and accuracy in financial data management.
  • Good command of Microsoft Excel and ERP system navigation.
  • Knowledge of accounting standards and internal controls.
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