Chief Accountant

Job Description

The Chief Accountant oversees the hotel’s accounting function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash control, payroll coordination, audits, tax compliance and internal controls. Candidates would typically need a degree in accounting or finance, professional qualifications or equivalent experience, and several years in hotel or hospitality finance. Strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting and tax requirements, financial systems, Excel and management reporting is expected. The successful candidate should be accurate, ethical, commercially aware and comfortable leading a finance team. Good communication skills are important when working with department heads, auditors, suppliers and senior management. Experience with hotel systems and a willingness to support Shangri-La’s service standards would be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a major luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The brand is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive city and resort properties. Its Malaysian portfolio includes well-established hotels and resorts in destinations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Kota Kinabalu. Employees generally work in a structured, multinational environment with opportunities for training, career progression and movement between properties. Benefits for management roles may include accommodation or housing support, meals, medical coverage, service-related incentives and staff discounts, although the package varies by location and employment contract.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers opportunities in hotel finance, front office, food and beverage, engineering, sales and resort operations, especially in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and other tourist areas. Island living in Langkawi, Penang or parts of Sabah can be relaxed and affordable, with beaches, tropical weather, diverse food and a multicultural community. Malaysia blends Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures, and English is widely used in business and hospitality. Living costs are generally moderate, though island accommodation and imported goods can be expensive. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, with the company handling much of the application process; approval depends on salary, qualifications and immigration rules. Candidates should confirm housing, healthcare, transport, tax, flights and work-permit terms before relocating.