Finance Intern

Role summary

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The Finance Intern supports the finance team with basic accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, invoice processing, data entry, record keeping and administrative tasks. Requirements generally include current study or recent completion of finance, accounting, business or hospitality management, strong attention to detail, basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and clear communication skills. Candidates are expected to be reliable, organised, discreet with confidential information and willing to learn hotel finance procedures. Previous hospitality or office experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role also requires professional conduct, teamwork and the ability to manage deadlines in a busy hotel environment.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels, resorts and serviced properties across numerous international brands. Its portfolio includes Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, The Ritz-Carlton, W Hotels, St. Regis, Courtyard and many others. Marriott focuses on guest service, accommodation, food and beverage, meetings, events and resort experiences. The company also invests heavily in colleague development through training, internal mobility and global career opportunities. Melbourne Marriott Hotel is part of this international network and provides accommodation, dining, events and business facilities in central Melbourne. A finance intern may gain exposure to hotel accounting, revenue processes, purchasing, payroll support, auditing and financial controls while working with operational departments. Duties and conditions can vary according to the hotel's needs and the applicable Australian employment arrangements.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large country rather than a single island, with major hospitality opportunities in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast and resort regions. Hotels, restaurants, tourism businesses and event venues regularly recruit graduates, interns and experienced professionals. Australian workplace culture is generally professional, direct, multicultural and conscious of work-life balance. Melbourne offers excellent dining, arts, sport and public transport, although rent and living costs can be high. Common visa options include a student visa with work limits, a Working Holiday visa for eligible nationalities, employer-sponsored visas and graduate pathways; requirements and permitted work change, so check the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating usually involves arranging a visa, tax file number, bank account, accommodation and health insurance. Australia is geographically large, so budgeting for transport and choosing housing near the workplace is important.