Finance Intern

Role summary

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The Finance Intern supports the hotel’s finance and accounting team with tasks such as filing, data entry, invoice and payment processing, reconciliations, reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates are typically pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with basic knowledge of accounting principles and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Attention to detail, confidentiality, organization, and willingness to learn are essential. The candidate is expected to work professionally with colleagues, follow internal controls, meet deadlines, and provide dependable administrative support in a busy hospitality environment. Previous hotel or accounting experience may be helpful but is generally not required.

About the employer

Fairmont Makati is a luxury hotel located in Makati City, one of Metro Manila’s leading commercial and financial districts. Part of Accor’s Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand, the property provides upscale accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting and event facilities, wellness services, and personalized guest experiences. The hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, families, and international visitors, while supporting conferences, celebrations, and corporate events. Fairmont is known for refined service, distinctive properties, and a strong focus on hospitality standards and colleague development. Working at Fairmont Makati can provide exposure to hotel operations, finance, guest services, food and beverage, events, and other departments. As an international Accor property, it may also offer structured training, multicultural teamwork, and opportunities to build a long-term career in hospitality.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers job opportunities in hospitality, tourism, shared services, finance, technology, healthcare, education, and business process outsourcing. Metro Manila, including Makati, has the broadest professional market, while Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other destinations provide resort and tourism roles. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, community-minded, and respectful, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle ranges from busy city living and shopping to beaches, islands, diving, hiking, and affordable local dining. Foreign nationals usually need an appropriate work visa or permit arranged with employer support; tourists cannot legally work. Requirements vary by nationality and employment type, so applicants should confirm current rules with the Philippine Bureau of Immigration or an embassy. Relocation costs, traffic, tropical weather, healthcare access, housing, and proximity to work should be considered. Makati offers modern amenities but can be relatively expensive compared with provincial areas.