Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is responsible for overseeing the smooth and efficient processing of accounting related information. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree and at least 3 years of related experience; or a Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of related experience; or at least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field.
• Must be proficient in Windows operating systems show the ability to manipulate and troubleshoot spreadsheets type memos and reports and handle basic PC problems.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Must be effective at listening to understanding clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains regular attendance in compliance with Company standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include compliance with the Company  dress code and wearing name tag when working (per brand standards)
• Approaches all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly and courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintains a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Complies at all times with the  standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficiently hotel operations.
• Be familiar with the organization of the Hotels and know the function of each department.
• Oversees the duties of General Cashier with responsibility for the daily reconciliation of Rooms Food Beverage and House deposits as applicable.
• Oversees and maintains the over/short log.
• Maintains controls for all cashier banks in the hotel.
• Posts all city ledger payments daily according to the Daily Mail Cash Receipts (DMCR).
• Prepares all bank deposits ‘due backs' and bank change orders according to Hotel standards.
• Maintains responsibility for the billing of accounts receivable daily.
• Responsible for Hotel Credit Policy and detailed knowledge of Hotel receivables.
• Maintains card file trace system for AR collection call process per SOP.
• Conducts credit meetings twice monthly with General Manager
• Maintains a record of approved direct billing accounts.
• Processes returned checks and credit card chargebacks according to the  standards.
• Performs the Accounts Receivable Balancing function at least once each month.
• Maintains the Special Operating Account and the Petty Cash Fund according to Hotel standards.
• Voucher A&G and PT & EB invoices utilizing the Purchase Order and Checkbook Accounting procedures according to the standards.
• Ensures that all hotel invoices are submitted to Corporate Accounts Payable weekly.
• Performs the income audit on a daily basis using the income audit checklist to maintain and ensure the accuracy of the Income/Flash reports.
• Reconciles credit cards daily.
• Prepares and submits the Corporate Flash Report on the dates specified in the monthly CENTRAL ACCOUNTING calendar.
• Completes monthly checklist and sends in month-end package according to CENTRAL ACCOUNTING calendar.
• Monitors Guest Services and Night Audit agents' work for proper accounting procedures.
• Computes worked hours for payroll compilation.
• Ensures associates are at all times attentive friendly helpful and courteous to all guests all other employees and management.
• Property applies state and local laws affecting payroll wage & hour taxes etc.
• Records requests for employee benefits and monitors use (i.e. vacation time employee benefit room nights sick time etc.)
• Attends weekly staff meetings and provides training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to Hotel Standard.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information as appropriate.
• Maintains and operates hotel systems according to Hotel Standards
• Performs any other duties as requested by the Property Controller

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan