Accountant

Job Description

The Accountant is expected to support daily financial operations, including recording transactions, preparing reconciliations, assisting with month-end closing, maintaining accurate accounting records, and preparing financial reports. Candidates should have a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with relevant hotel or commercial accounting experience preferred. Knowledge of Hong Kong accounting practices, taxation, and financial systems is advantageous. Strong numerical ability, attention to detail, integrity, organisation, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required. The successful candidate should work reliably under deadlines, communicate effectively with operational departments, protect confidential information, and contribute to Shangri-La’s high standards of service and financial control.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The group is known for its distinctive Asian hospitality, personalised service, and strong emphasis on guest comfort. Its properties typically include accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, wellness services, and leisure amenities. Shangri-La employs people across hotel operations, finance, engineering, sales, human resources, culinary services, and guest relations. The company promotes professional development, teamwork, cultural awareness, and service excellence. Working for Shangri-La can provide exposure to international hospitality standards and opportunities to build a career within a recognised global hotel brand.

Destination Guide

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, retail, technology, logistics, and professional services. Its culture blends Chinese traditions with international influences, and English is widely used in business, alongside Cantonese and Mandarin. Life is energetic and convenient, with excellent public transport, dense urban neighbourhoods, diverse food, shopping, beaches, hiking trails, and nearby islands such as Lantau and Cheung Chau. Housing is expensive, especially in central districts, so many employees consider areas such as Kowloon, the New Territories, or shared accommodation. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored employment visa before starting work; approval depends on qualifications, a confirmed job offer, and proof that the role cannot readily be filled locally. New arrivals should budget for rent deposits, insurance, transport, and daily expenses, and confirm visa, tax, and accommodation arrangements with the employer.