The First Collection

The First Collection, a company in the Hospitality industry, is currently seeking talented individuals to join its team. With a company size of 201-500 employees, The First Collection offers a dynamic environment for career growth. The First Collection has three open positions available: * **Executive - Travel & Quality Assurance:** This on-site role involves managing roadshow bookings, handling client travel arrangements, conducting quality assurance calls, and preparing travel-related reports. Key responsibilities include coordinating travel logistics, ensuring client satisfaction, and maintaining accurate records. Desired skills include bi-lingual French & Arabic, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Previous experience in travel coordination, hospitality, or visa processing is preferred. * **Assistant Recreation Manager:** The on-site Assistant Recreation Manager will assist in managing the operations of entertainment, sports, pool & beach to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. Responsibilities include creating recreation activity agendas, encouraging guest participation, and ensuring the safety of guests. Desired qualifications include at least 2+ years of experience in a management and/or supervisory role within the leisure sector, strong organizational and communication skills. * **Chief Accountant:** The Chief Accountant, an on-site position, will oversee all hotel accounting functions. This role involves managing the finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and providing financial analysis. The Chief Accountant will be responsible for financial operations, internal controls, compliance, communication, and operational responsibilities. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, sound knowledge of hotel applications (SUN; Opera; Micros; FMC is mandatory), MS Excel skills, and a professional accounting certification is preferred. A minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the hospitality or hotel industry, is required. The First Collection uses various technologies, including: * **Executive - Travel & Quality Assurance:** Bilingual, Communication Skills, Client Service, Planning, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Microsoft Office, Travel Coordination, Hospitality, Visa Processing * **Assistant Recreation Manager:** Management, Supervision, Organizational Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Team Development, Flexibility, Customer Service, Safety Training, Emergency Response, Inventory Management, Activity Coordination, Problem Solving, Professional Appearance, Quality Assurance, Equipment Maintenance * **Chief Accountant:** Accounting, Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, UAE Accounting Standards, Internal Controls, Cost Management, Guest Experience, Team Leadership, Communication, Audit Procedures, Payroll Processing, Financial Analysis, Hotel Applications, MS Excel, ERP Platforms The available positions are all on-site roles. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at The First Collection and the available positions: 1. **What are the required qualifications for the Executive - Travel & Quality Assurance position?** The ideal candidate should possess bi-lingual French & Arabic skills, strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and previous experience in travel coordination, hospitality, or visa processing is preferred. 2. **What is the experience required for the Assistant Recreation Manager role?** Candidates should have at least 2+ years of experience in a management and/or supervisory role within the leisure sector. 3. **What are the primary responsibilities of the Chief Accountant?** The Chief Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing all hotel accounting functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. 4. **Are there any remote work options available?** No, all listed positions are on-site roles. 5. **What hotel applications are required for the Chief Accountant Position?** Sound knowledge of hotel applications - SUN; Opera; Micros; FMC is mandatory. 6. **Does the Chief Accountant role require a specific educational background?** Yes, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.