Income Auditor

Role summary

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The Income Auditor reviews daily hotel revenue from rooms, restaurants, bars, banquets, and other outlets, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported. Typical requirements include a diploma or degree in accounting, finance, hospitality, or a related field, plus relevant hotel or auditing experience. Familiarity with accounting systems, point-of-sale systems, spreadsheets, revenue reconciliation, and internal controls is expected. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, numerate, discreet, organized, and able to identify discrepancies promptly. Strong communication skills, integrity, deadline management, and the ability to work independently with multiple departments are important. Knowledge of Hong Kong tax and accounting practices, as well as experience with Opera or similar hotel systems, may be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and known for its hotels, resorts, and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group operates under the Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN, and Traders brands, offering accommodation, dining, meetings, wellness, and leisure services. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on gracious hospitality, personalized guest service, operational quality, and employee development. Its Hong Kong properties are established in the city’s luxury hotel market and serve business travelers, leisure guests, events, and local dining customers. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel procedures, cross-department coordination, and opportunities to build experience in an international hospitality organization.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a dynamic international city made up of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories, and many outlying islands. It offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, retail, technology, logistics, tourism, and professional services. The culture combines Cantonese traditions, international influences, festivals, excellent food, and efficient public transport. Lifestyle options range from high-rise urban living and vibrant nightlife to beaches, hiking trails, and quieter island communities. Most overseas professionals need an employer-sponsored employment visa, generally requiring a confirmed job offer and evidence that their skills and salary meet immigration requirements. Employers often assist with the application, although candidates should confirm visa, medical, and document requirements before relocating. Housing is expensive, especially near Central and popular districts, while smaller flats and areas farther from the business center are more affordable. English is widely used professionally, though Cantonese is valuable in daily life.