Credit Accounting Manager

Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun and inspiration leads to immersion. 

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

About the Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner Assess First prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit.
• Salary Range: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 USD

Job Description

The Credit / Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the credit, accounts receivable, billing, collections

and general accounting functions by supporting month end close and financial reporting as well as ensuring that

hotel’s service and accounting standards are met.

· To consistently provide thoughtful, caring and sincere service

· To lead and manage the day-to-day activity of the Credit Department and ensure all standards are followed

· To handle and ensure all procedures regarding billing, collection, credit cards, inquiries, chargebacks are followed

· To inspect all in-house accounts to ensure adherence to the hotels’ credit policy; assist with the collection

efforts of these accounts where necessary

· To review all requests for credit and approve as appropriate according to the in-house credit policies.

Communicate approval or non-approval to the appropriate managers

· To manage and assist in the preparation of invoices, refunds, cancellations, transfers for all approved group,

transient, golf and membership accounts with the appropriate supporting documentation

· To obtain credit references and monitor Accounts Receivables ledgers and follow up on overdue balances

· Coordinate with Front Office, Membership, Sales and Events teams on billing and payment instructions

· To support internal and external audits to ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with

accepted policies and standard operating procedures

· To assist with month end and prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, including ledger accounts and

ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met

· To establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures

· To balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs

· To ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses

· To follow departmental policies and procedures and all safety policies

· Maintain strong relationships with members, guests and colleagues while resolving sensitive financial

matters professionally

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Previous leadership experience in a Credit department and/or Accounting Manager an asset/preferred

· Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications and/or relevant computer applications required

· University/College degree in a related discipl