Night Auditor

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Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is seeking a proactive Night Auditor to oversee overnight front office operations from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, balance daily transactions across front office, F&B and other outlets, prepare reconciliations, and coordinate with Housekeeping and Maintenance to meet guest needs and protect security. The ideal candidate has minimum six months in a hotel front office role, proficiency with Opera Cloud and MS Excel, and a basic understanding of accounting, plus the ability to work independently during night shifts and on weekends. A valid NZ visa and long-term commitment are required. Wage is 30.19 per hour plus a night shift allowance; apply with CV and cover letter, highlighting relevant experience, problem solving, guest service, and alignment with Accor values.

Company Description

Join Novotel Queenstown Lakeside and be part of a dynamic Front Office team delivering exceptional guest experiences around the clock. We’re seeking a motivated Night Auditor to oversee the hotel’s overnight operations and ensure all daily transactions are balanced with precision.

About the Role

Working 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, you will oversee front office operations, supporting guests, coordinating with all departments, and ensuring brand standards are maintained. You’ll also complete end-of-day financial processes, prepare the hotel for the day ahead, and confidently manage any overnight situations.

As part of this role, you’ll receive a night shift allowance for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM, in line with company policy.

If you’re a proactive problem solver with strong customer service skills, great attention to detail, and enjoy working independently, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

• Supervise front office operations during the night shift and act as the hotel representative on duty.

• Balance and audit all daily transactions from the front office, food & beverage, and other outlets.

• Prepare and reconcile financial reports, ensuring accuracy of guest accounts and revenue postings.

• Maintain strict security procedures to ensure guest safety, confidentiality, and property integrity.

• Provide professional, efficient, and friendly service to all guests, handling any complaints or issues promptly.

• Coordinate with Housekeeping, Maintenance, and other departments to meet operational and guest needs.

• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, cash-handling, and health & safety procedures.

• Support and mentor overnight team members in line with company values and service culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months + experience in a hotel front office or related role will be advantageous.

• Knowledge with Opera Cloud and MS Excel; understanding of basic accounting procedures will be advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with a focus on guest service.

• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions overnight.

• Understanding of hotel operations, revenue, and reporting processes.

• Ability to work weekends, public holidays and rotating roster.

• Applicants must hold a valid visa to work in NZ and be able to commit long term to the role.

• Wage $30.19 per hour

Additional Information

Why work for Novotel, Queenstown?

• Staff meals provided while on shift

• Uniforms provided, washed and laundered daily.

• Staff Accommodation available

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!

• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!

• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide

• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus

• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

• Full time 30 hours per week. 

Place of employment is Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

6 Earl St  Queenstown

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

CV & Cover letter please