About EVT: Rydges Sydney Airport is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & General Ledger
- Produce accurate monthly P&L and balance sheet within stipulated timeframes, reviewed with the General Manager and Area Financial Controller.
- Maintain general ledger reconciliations and all required compliance documentation.
- Prepare year-end reporting packages for Corporate Office and property owners.
- Check the daily revenue flash for accuracy and investigate unusual transactions with the appropriate department manager.
- Ensure the cashbook (bank reconciliation) is maintained accurately on a daily basis, with variances immediately investigated and resolved.
Payroll & Compliance
- Oversee payroll preparation, accuracy checks, and bank submission.
- Ensure compliance with applicable award provisions, tax legislation, and HR regulations; advise department managers as required.
- Adhere to all payroll controls and wages disbursement procedures.
- Maintain accurate and complete employee files.
- Prepare and lodge all statutory returns (GST, FBT, and other compliance documentation) by required due dates.
Accounts Payable & Purchasing
- Ensure all invoices are authorised in accordance with hotel policy, correctly coded, and matched to goods received and purchase orders.
- Reconcile creditor statements and authorise timely EFT and cheque payments.
- Oversee purchasing procedures, monthly stock takes, and accurate cost-of-sales calculations; address any variances promptly.
Accounts Receivable
- Review guest ledger and delinquent debtors weekly, taking necessary action to ensure collection of outstanding balances.
- Develop, implement, and administer appropriate credit policy and procedures.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Implement and maintain accounting controls across payroll, cashiering, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to safeguard hotel assets and ensure data integrity.
- Enforce a disciplined financial control environment throughout the hotel.
- Participate in risk management and ensure the hotel remains compliant with all current legal requirements.
- Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate documentation.
Business Partnering & Planning
- Provide the General Manager with sound business advice on proposed activities, cash flow, break-even analysis, and feasibilities.
- Lead budget preparation, forecasting, variance analysis, and daily/weekly/monthly management reporting.
- Monitor and control revenue, expenses, and working capital within the agreed budget framework.
- Develop and cross-train all accounting staff for career advancement.
- Act as a proactive member of the management team, contributing to the broader operations of the hotel as directed.
What You’ll Bring
- Demonstrated experience in hotel or hospitality finance, with a proven track record of delivering accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Strong leadership capability with the ability to build, engage, and retain a high-performing accounting team where every member feels valued and invested in shared outcomes.
- Proven ability to identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical, cost-effective solutions that improve financial processes and controls across the business.
- Experience partnering with General Managers and senior leadership to provide commercial insights, business planning support, and sound financial advice that drives decision-making.
- Solid understanding of compliance obligations including payroll legislation, award provisions, GST, FBT, and statutory reporting requirements in the Australian context.
- Creative and solutions-focused mindset, with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a dynamic hospitality environment.
- Track record of implementing and maintaining robust internal controls across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cashiering to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
- A committed and energetic professional who brings enthusiasm and initiative to both individual responsibilities and team goals, and who strives to continuously improve performance and outcomes.
How You Work
- Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
- Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
- Owner’s mindset — acts on data/feedback; ships improvements.
- Growth mindset — learns, shares, and levels up others.
Perks from Day One
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
Police Check Acknowledgement
Please note that the successful candidate for this position will be required to undergo and satisfactorily pass a criminal record check as part of the recruitment process.
Apply Now
Join Rydges and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker.
Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.
Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.
When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.
