The world is yours with Meli

Joining Meli is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, lead and inspire has no limits. Its knowing that the world is yours that you can elevate your career across countless destinations, all while being part of one warm, supportive, and passionate family. Accounts Assistant Department: Finance, Administration & Tax Location: ME London Hotel, WC2R 1HA Reports to: Business Partner Package: Competitive salary + benefits Whats in it for you? Global career opportunities across more than 350 hotels Hotel discounts for you, your friends & family across the globe Company pension scheme Health cash plan & discounted dental cover Loyalty rewards & refer-a-friend bonus (£500) 28 days holiday including public holidays Access to Melis global e-learning platform for personal & professional development Awards & recognition programmes High-street savings through Perks at Work Meals on duty Mission As Accounts Assistant , you will support the financial and administrative operations of ME London, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. Working closely with the Business Partner, you will implement local finance tasks, support accounting period closures, and contribute to the smooth financial management of the hotel. Key Responsibilities Operational Excellence Support the Business Partner with month-end and accounting period closures Implement delegated administrative and accounting tasks within the hotel Ensure compliance with hotel management rules, processes, and financial procedures Assist with internal and external audits, preparing documentation as required Perform daily cash control procedures, including cash counts and payment gateway checks Implement face-to-face internal controls within the hotel, including no-show invoicing reviews, loyalty programme checks, and system access controls Carry out hotel cost control activities such as inventory spot checks, food cost breakdowns, consumption analysis, and third-party contract controls Support payment processing and transactional accounting activities where not centralised Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, efficiency, and accuracy What were looking for University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (open to recent graduates in Accountancy or Finance) Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar finance or accounting role or relevant graduate-level placement / internship experience Knowledge of hotel operations and hospitality business requirements (or strong interest in developing this knowledge) Understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Experience using PMS, SAP, and MS Office (training can be provided where required) Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Confident communicator and collaborative team player Because belonging to the great Meli family is being VIP At Meli, our people are the heart of everything we do. Whether youre at the start of your career or developing your expertise, youll be part of a culture built on respect, collaboration, and passion. From our newest talents to our most experienced professionals, we are all Very Inspiring People and that includes you. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible environment for all. At Meli, we believe our differences make us stronger and help build a responsible present and a sustainable future. If you want to be a Very Inspiring Person , apply now and start your journey with Meli. Follow us on: Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Indeed Glassdoor

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