Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable & Credit

Job Description

The Accounting Assistant – Accounts Receivable & Credit supports daily receivables operations, including posting payments, issuing invoices, reconciling accounts, following up on overdue balances, maintaining credit records and preparing financial reports. Candidates should typically hold a diploma or degree in accounting, finance or a related discipline, with relevant hotel or commercial accounting experience preferred. Familiarity with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel and basic financial controls is expected. The successful candidate should be accurate, organized, dependable and comfortable communicating with guests, business clients and internal departments. Good English communication skills are normally required; Cantonese and Mandarin are advantageous in Hong Kong. The role also requires confidentiality, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a busy hospitality environment.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its hotels, resorts and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands, serving leisure travelers, corporate guests and large-scale events. Shangri-La properties are known for personalized service, dining, wellness facilities and strong connections with local communities. The group employs people across hotel operations, food and beverage, finance, engineering, guest services and management. In Hong Kong, its properties operate in a highly competitive luxury market and typically provide structured training, employee benefits and opportunities for internal career development. This accounting position would support the hotel's financial controls and customer-credit processes while working closely with revenue-generating and operational departments.

Destination Guide

Hong Kong is a compact, international destination with strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, retail, technology, logistics and professional services. The city combines high-rise urban life with beaches, hiking trails and outlying islands such as Lantau, Cheung Chau and Lamma. Cantonese is the main local language, while English is widely used in business and hotels; Mandarin is also valuable. Life is fast-paced, convenient and relatively expensive, especially for accommodation, although public transport is excellent. Employees usually rely on the MTR, buses and ferries. Foreign professionals generally need an approved employment visa before starting work, with the employer sponsoring the application under the appropriate employment scheme. Applicants normally need a confirmed job offer, relevant qualifications or experience and proof that the role cannot readily be filled locally. Relocation planning should include housing, healthcare, banking, tax registration and education costs where applicable.