Green Coast Hotel-MGallery Collection, part of BALFIN GROUP is a unique hotel offering a luxurious escape along the pristine shores of Caesar’s Beach with crystal-clear Ionian waters with 131 elegantly designed guest rooms including 4 luxury & 1 presidential suite, modern architecture, and a focus on sustainability. The hotel includes various F&B spaces consisting in an à la carte restaurant, a destination lobby bar, a pool bar with a direct access to the beach area, meetings, Conference & Exhibition spaces consisting in 2 meetings rooms with a total capacity of up to 100 guests welcoming corporates & institutions to organize high-level events of the same certified standards as anywhere else in Europe. Also, well-being spaces including an infinity heated outdoor pool, a SPA, gym & fitness spaces & a private-beach area.

BALFIN Group is one of the leading investment groups in the Western Balkans region, embodying international standards with local expertise. Founded in 1993 in Vienna by Samir Mane, today, the Group has a presence in 11 countries, Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, USA, and Canada. BALFIN, a diversified group active in real estate, wholesale and retail, banking, asset management, tourism, education, and logistics, employs approximately 5,000 people.

Job Position: Chief Accountant

Department: Finance

Location: Tirane during low season & Green Coast, Palase,Vlore during high season
Type of employment: Permanent

Job Summary:

The chief accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and hotel policies. This role is essential for monitoring the financial health of the hotel and assisting with audits.

About MGallery

MGallery selects unique properties with passion to gather them into a unique collection of hotels where captivating stories are lived and shared. With more than 100 hotels around the world, each MGallery tells a unique story inspired by the location. From bespoke design and sensorial mixology to well-being dedicated to everyday self-care, MGallery hotels are places where guests can enjoy a lavish travel experience.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

Financial Transactions & Record Keeping:

• Verify all transactions are entered regularly from Micros to Opera (and vice versa), reconciliated with accounting software and Fiscal Platform. Conduct approperiate fiscalization of any missing transaction to close the regular EOD cycle.
• Record and classify all the financial transactions daily, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hotel policies.
• Perform bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are accounted for.
• Maintain and update G/L accounts, ensuring all entries are properly documented.
• Verify, reconcile accounts receivable/payables. Communicate with suppliers and clients regarding account reconciliations. Conduct debt collections of clients/agencies etc. and make bank payments for suppliers/vendors/agencies etc. and other payable transactions.
• Monitor, verify, reconcile and record cash transactions from the information/reports provided by General Cashier.
• Assist in managing hotel cash flow, ensuring sufficient funds for daily operations and payments.

2. Taxation & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including VAT, corporate taxes, city taxes and other applicable duties.
• Prepare, file tax returns accurately and on time, and ensure tax payments.
• Maintain proper documentation for tax audits and liaise with tax authorities when required.
• Ensure payroll taxes and employee-related statutory contributions are properly calculated and remitted.

3. Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow reports.
• Monitor revenue and expense variances, investigating discrepancies and reporting findings to the Finance Manager.
• Provide financial insights to management for cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiency.
• Review hotel expenses and operational costs to ensure proper cost control measures are in place.

4. Internal Controls & Auditing:

• Assist in the development and implementation of internal financial controls to prevent fraud and mismanagement.
• Support internal and external auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) set by the hotel and corporate guidelines.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Prior experience in a hotel finance department is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Opera, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Familiarity with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards (IFRS/Local).
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in handling financial data

Work Conditions:

Green Coast Hotel-MGallery Collection is an equal opportunity employer that offers a professional and dynamic work environment, an attractive compensation and benefits package, and opportunities to fully develop your professional potential.

Method of Application:

All interested parties can apply by sending their CV and motivation letter to this email address: HR.GreenCoast.MGALLERY@accor.com

Application deadline: 20.12.2025

* All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality according to the law No. 9887 set by the Albanian Parliament for the “Protection of Personal Data”.