Finance Officer

Darwin is a city unlike anywhere else in Australia. Stunning harbour sunsets, world class markets, a thriving food and bar scene, and a gateway to some of the country’s most extraordinary landscapes including Kakadu, Litchfield and the Tiwi Islands.

It’s a place where lifestyle and career can genuinely coexist, and for the right person, it’s a sea change worth making. At the heart of it all, Novotel, Mercure and ibis Darwin Airport Resorts are in the middle of an exciting transformation. Airport Development Group has invested $25 million to create a world class destination, with major upgrades across accommodation, dining and events, all set within newly landscaped tropical gardens that capture the spirit of the Top End.

As part of the global Accor network with over 5,700 hotels across 110 countries, we are guided by a clear purpose: pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures with heartfelt care.

Here, you don’t just work in hospitality. You become a Heartist.

We on the lookout for two Finance Officers to join our team here at Darwin Airport Resorts. These positions will work across the Payroll and Accounts Receivable finance functions.

Payroll duties will involve:

• Manage end to end weekly payroll processing
• Collaborating with department heads to support accurate and timely payroll
• Ensuring compliance across payroll tax, superannuation, PAYG and Fair Work requirements
• Assisting team members with payroll enquiries
• Ensure payroll knowledge is kept up to date with changing legislation
• Ensure accuracy of HRIS data and payroll integrity
• Generate reports for distribution to managers and attend weekly payroll meetings
• Develop a thorough understanding of the HIGA Modern Award and all entitlements, allowances and NES.

Accounts Receivable duties will involve:

• Maintain up-to-date and balanced cash reconciliation spreadsheets daily, ensuring the financial health of the business is accurately reflected
• Process credit applications
• Verify the accuracy and validity of all direct billing room rates, playing a critical role in ensuring client satisfaction and financial precision
• Conduct detailed month-end reconciliations with meticulous attention to detail, meeting deadlines and supporting the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Resolve payment and invoice-related queries promptly and professionally, ensuring seamless support to clients and maintaining high standards of service.

• Previous financial or front office hotel experience is desired
• Knowledge of accounting principles
• Previous payroll experience
• Strong technical skills and high level of digital literacy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Modern Award interpretation (payroll function)
• Understanding of tax, superannuation, long service leave and national employment standards (payroll)