Group Accountant

Job Ref: DAL2792 Branch: Dalata Hotel Group - Central Office Location: Dalata Central Office / Dublin Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: 5 days, Monday - Friday Hours per week: 39 Posted date: 03/09/2025 Closing date: 28/09/2025 Dalata Hotel Group plc (DHG) is Ireland's largest hotel operator with a current portfolio of 56 four-star hotels with over 12,000 rooms and a pipeline of over 1,000 rooms. Boasting a portfolio of four-star hotels, Dalata successfully operates Ireland's two largest hotel brands and has a strong presence in the UK, with a growing footprint across Europe. We are currently recruiting for a Group Accountant to join our Central Office team at an exciting time of growth and development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play an influential role in an ambitious and expanding organisation. The role will involve participation in: Production of excellent quality consolidated accounts for the Group. Production of statutory accounts for individual entities. Preparation of the monthly management accounts. Production of Central Office companies' accounts to trial balance. Including preparation of budget and monthly reforecasting. Research and analysis of technical standards/guidance as queries/issues arise in particular with new standards including IFRS and the different strategies for growth. Technical support for hotel accountants and other teams when required. Liaising with other team members in Company Secretarial, Development, Internal Audit, Tax and Treasury to deliver cross functional projects as appropriate. The person should be a great fit within the existing team and continue developing the positive culture. Key Requirements: Trained and exam qualified with excellent academics and exposure to listed entities or large corporates. Will possess excellent accounting and/or auditing skills. Must be engaging, enthusiastic and confident with a natural focus on quality, accuracy and continuous improvement. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have demonstrated an ability to build relationships at all levels. Able to demonstrate their planning and organisation skills, ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise work. Must be a strong team player who can support, challenge and influence colleagues at all levels. Naturally wants to develop and grow and assist others around them to do the same. Will have strong technical knowledge in IFRS, with the ability to interpret the implications of standards for practical situations. Benefits 50% Off F&B in all properties €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels 30% off Friends & Family rate Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days) Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information) Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events About Us Dalata Hotel Group - We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we'll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe. Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process. Dalata Hotel Group is Ireland's largest hotel group. We're excited to be rapidly growing in the UK and have recently expanded into Continental Europe. We have a large portfolio of wonderful hotels in over 17 cities, making Dalata Hotel Group your ideal choice for your next role in hospitality. At Dalata, our ambition is to be as welcoming and rewarding to our staff as we are to our guests. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.