Service Leader - Finance (Accounts Receivable)

Role summary

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The Service Leader – Finance (Accounts Receivable) is responsible for overseeing daily accounts receivable operations, including billing, income reconciliation, collections, account postings, and month-end reporting. Candidates should have a degree or relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management, with experience in hotel finance or a similar service environment. Familiarity with accounting systems, Microsoft Office, internal controls, and financial reporting is expected. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, ethical, organized, and confident communicating with guests, suppliers, colleagues, and department leaders. The role also requires the ability to supervise or guide team members, resolve account discrepancies promptly, protect confidential information, and maintain accurate records while meeting Shangri-La’s service and compliance standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The company is known for its premium accommodation, thoughtful Asian-inspired service, and focus on genuine care for guests and colleagues. Its Philippine properties include luxury city hotels and island or resort destinations, offering roles across rooms, food and beverage, finance, engineering, wellness, and guest services. Shangri-La typically places strong emphasis on professional standards, teamwork, integrity, learning, and career development. Employees may benefit from structured training, international hospitality exposure, staff privileges, and opportunities to progress within the wider group. Exact benefits, working conditions, and salary depend on the property, position, experience, and employment contract.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality and finance opportunities in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and other major resort areas. Hotel roles are often available in front office, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, accounting, sales, and guest relations. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, and community-minded, with English widely used in workplaces. Island living can provide warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities, and a relaxed pace, although transport, internet access, healthcare, and cost of living vary considerably by destination. Manila and Cebu offer broader professional services and urban conveniences, while resort islands may provide staff accommodation but fewer amenities. Foreign applicants generally need employer sponsorship and the appropriate Philippine work permit or visa; requirements should be confirmed with the employer and immigration authorities. Local hires should prepare identification, tax, banking, and employment documents. Research accommodation, transport, medical facilities, weather, and seasonal tourism demand before relocating.