Property Accounting Manager

Endeavor Hotel Group is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Property Accounting Manager to join our team at Endeavor Holiday Inn Executive Center, located in Columbia, Missouri.

The Accounting Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the hotel's financial health and operational efficiency and is responsible for performing the accounting duties, including providing consistent leadership and accountability in the financial area of the hotel. They are also responsible for focusing on the business's profitability, maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting, ensuring acceptable levels of internal control, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and safeguarding owners/investors' assets.

Full-time positions come with attractive options for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Variable schedule with open availability

Administration:

• Prepare and ensure the accuracy of daily hotel revenues via the Income Journal.
• Monitor and control hotel operations and operating forecasts for the property
• Maintain timely interaction with Department Heads to ensure property operations are on track and under control.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations for properties as necessary.
• Compliance with the company's Accounting Policies and Procedures and internal controls for our finance and accounting operations.
• Effectively manage and communicate issues related to managing receivables, payables, and timely deposits of all funds.
• Monitor hotel revenues and expenses to ensure accurate recording by the company's established guidelines. Advise Department Heads in maintaining the department heads hotel's financial objectives.
• Assist the general manager with investigating and critiquing variances to budget/forecast or the prior year.
• Assist with Internal/External/Sales Tax audits as required.
• Participate as an active member of the management team.
• Preparation of any special reports, statements, etc., as requested.

Personal Effectiveness:

• Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
• Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.
• Consistently maintains a positive demeanor.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
• Always conducts him/herself (acts and dresses) professionally; sets standards for all associates.

Communication:

• Understand and communicate the Endeavor Hotel Group’s mission.
• Expresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively, and professionally.
• Actively listens to others.
• Conveys company information, decisions, or problems to appropriate parties on a timely basis.
• Works to resolve disagreements and is respectful of peers and co-workers.

All other duties and tasks as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• B.A. degree in business management or equivalent experience in a related field
• Previous experience in accounting management, hotel accounting (Preferred)
• Experience with Opera Property Management System (Preferred)
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting
• Strong PC skills, including Excel, Word, and financial accounting systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including department heads, executives, and external auditors, to achieve common goals and objectives.
• High ethical standards and integrity in handling financial matters, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues, root causes, and solutions related to financial processes, controls, and discrepancies.
• Ability to work extended hours on occasion.

About Endeavor Inn & Suites:

The Holiday Inn Hotel Executive Center is located in Columbia, MO, and is committed to providing its staff with a positive and fulfilling workplace by providing the support needed to ensure their guests receive incomparable guest service and amenities.