Staff Accountant

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant will perform all respective functions, while also serving as a primary point of contact for questions and/or more complex projects at the hotel. Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures. Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information. Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers. Prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables. Complete period- end closing procedures and reports as specified. Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures. Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved.

Responsibilities

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of related work experience
• No supervisory experience is required, but is
• Demonstrates strong computer skills, arithmetic computation, and learning
• Proficient in speaking English and communicating to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Comfortable with using Microsoft Office systems and
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.

 

 

Job Duties & Functions

• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and
• Generate finance/accounting reports from computer system as
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as
• Audit statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and
• Prepare, review, and issue bills and account statements according to company
• Transfer direct billing accounts from guest ledger to Accounts Receivable and file according to company policies and procedures.
• Review group master bills for
• Complete any miscellaneous duties as required (i.e., resetting Food and Beverage P.O.S. where necessary, and preparation of daily revenue summary).
• Prepare and publish all revenue reports from the prior day.
• Transfer the master or house accounts as necessary.
• Attend meetings as required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Accounting Manager or any other member of management.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files and records in accordance with document retention and confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Record, store, and/or analyze information using property
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting
• Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.
• Code documents according to company policies and
• Handle sensitive issues with associates and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and
• Adhere to the policies outlined in the Aimbridge Employee
• Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with general managers, property accountants/controllers, associates and other departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other associates and
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common

 

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts an