Job Ref: CRI3178
Branch: Crowne Plaza London Gatwick Airport
Location: Crowne Plaza London Gatwick Airport, Crawley
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 15/08/2025
Closing date: 28/09/2025
We have an excellent opportunity available for an Accounts Assistant to join our team. Reporting to the Accounts Supervisor your primary function will be to oversee the cashier function. In addition, you will be required to assist in other areas of the finance department (credit control and payables), produce reports, patriciate in audits, handling supplier and customer queries, and other duties as required.
To be successful in your application for the position of Accounts Assistant, you would possess the following attributes:
* Previous experience in a similar role
* Proficient computer skills – particularly Excel
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to build good working relationships
* Flexible and able to work on own initiative and get on with issues as and when they arise
* Standards driven and have attention to detail
* A qualification in accounts would be helpful
What we offer
We will reward all your hard work with a good salary and a range of benefits which include:
* Fantastic room discount within The Crimson hotels and across the worldwide IHG brand of hotels
* Additional annual leave day for your birthday
* Access to Private Healthcare Plan (financial assistance towards the cost of healthcare)
* Superb training appropriate to the role
* Complimentary refreshments and freshly cooked meals whilst on duty
* Free car parking on site
* Team recognition awards
* Employee introduction scheme
* Sales Champions scheme
* My Crimson Rewards scheme (discount shopping and wellbeing)
Eligibility:
In line with the requirements of the Asylum Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Crimson Hotels is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Crowne Plaza London – Gatwick Airport is located just a 5-minute drive from Gatwick Airport and less than a mile from Crawley Manor Royal Business District, home to multinational companies such as Thales, Elekta, and the Boeing Flight Simulator. The Gatwick Express provides a direct rail link to London in just 30 minutes, while regular trains from nearby Three Bridges and Crawley stations, both under 2 miles from the hotel, also connect to London and Brighton.
Guests can enjoy locally sourced cuisine at The Cube Restaurant for breakfast and dinner, while The Olive Grove serves drinks and light meals throughout the day. The heated outdoor terrace provides the perfect spot to unwind with colleagues over cocktails, and a 24-hour fitness suite is also available.
Meeting and event facilities include private boardrooms and a stylish event suite with a foyer and bar, ideal for receptions or dinners for up to 200 guests, or meetings of up to 280 attendees.
Sustainability
Sustainability is at the core of our business. We have been awarded the Green Key certification, which reflects our commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.