The Assistant Accountant / General Ledger Supervisor supports accurate and timely financial reporting, maintains general ledger accounts, prepares journal entries and reconciliations, and assists with month-end and year-end closing. The role may supervise daily accounting activities, review supporting documents, monitor internal controls, and coordinate with hotel departments and external auditors. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with relevant hotel or commercial accounting experience. Knowledge of Hong Kong accounting practices, strong Excel skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and familiarity with accounting systems are important. Professional qualifications such as HKICPA, ACCA, or equivalent are advantageous. The successful candidate should be organized, dependable, analytical, and able to meet deadlines in a busy hospitality environment.
Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognized internationally for refined service, distinctive Asian-inspired hospitality, and premium hotels and resorts. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other major destinations under brands including Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders. Its Hong Kong hotels serve business travelers, leisure guests, local residents, and international events, supported by restaurants, bars, wellness facilities, meeting venues, and comprehensive guest services. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on personalized customer care, operational standards, colleague development, integrity, and community engagement. Finance employees typically work closely with hotel operations, procurement, payroll, revenue teams, and corporate reporting functions. Benefits may include staff accommodation or meals in some locations, healthcare, training, and employee travel privileges, depending on the property and employment package.
Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, retail, aviation, technology, and international business. Hotel professionals can find roles in accounting, front office, food and beverage, events, sales, and management, especially in Central, Tsim Sha Tsui, Causeway Bay, and airport districts. The culture combines Cantonese traditions, international influences, efficient public services, and a fast-paced working style. Lifestyle highlights include excellent public transport, diverse food, hiking trails, beaches, shopping, arts, and vibrant nightlife, although housing can be expensive and space is limited. Most overseas professionals need a valid employment visa sponsored by their employer; the General Employment Policy commonly applies to professional roles, while eligibility depends on qualifications, experience, salary, and the job offer. Applicants should arrange medical insurance, accommodation, banking, and tax registration before or soon after arrival. Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar, and Cantonese, English, and Mandarin are widely used.
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