Staff Accountant

We are currently searching for a Staff Accountant 

Job Responsibilities:

• Review, prepare, and send invoices to clients, customers, OTAs, and other partners, ensuring accuracy in charges for room rates, taxes, incidentals, and other hotel services. Post charges to guest accounts and address any discrepancies promptly.


• Process payments from groups and guests, including credit cards, wire transfers, checks, and corporate accounts. Apply payments accurately to the appropriate accounts and ensure all transactions are properly recorded in the system.


• Monitor aging and follow up with clients for outstanding payments. Work with the Front Desk and Reservations teams to address any billing issues or concerns.


• Respond to guest inquiries regarding billing questions, payment discrepancies, and account issues in a professional and timely manner. Ensure guest satisfaction with billing processes.


• Review and verify all daily revenue reports, including room charges, food and beverage sales, and other hotel services, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded in the system.


• Ensure that all daily revenue is properly posted to the appropriate accounts in the general ledger, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.


• Ensure all revenue recognition and audit processes comply with hotel policies, industry standards, and accounting regulations. Implement internal controls to prevent fraud and errors.


• Monitor and review chargebacks from credit card companies, identifying reasons for disputes (e.g., unauthorized charges, billing errors). Ensure chargebacks are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

• Collect, count, and reconcile cash deposits from various departments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Prepare daily cash reports and balance cash drawers.

• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and reclassifications, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger. Review entries for accuracy and completeness before finalizing reports.

• Perform and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and identifying discrepancies. Investigate and resolve variances to maintain integrity of account balances.


• Support various finance and accounting projects as needed, including data analysis, reporting, and process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address unique business needs and provide insights.

Qualifications

• A two-year college degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• A minimum of five years’ experience in a related accounting or finance environment preferred, with experience in the hospitality or hotel industry being a plus.


• Demonstrated proficiency in accounting principles with the ability to prepare, review, and analyze financial statements accurately.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, with a strong ability to use functions, formulas, and data analysis tools effectively.

Company Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off plan, up to Five Weeks per Year / Part-time Employees are also eligible for PTO


• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance after 30 days of Service


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Hotel Travel Programs


• Local Retailers Discount


• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit


• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment


• Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)


• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment


• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity