Accounting Specialist (GC/AP) - InterContinental Mark Hopkins

Role Purpose
  We’re looking for a new Accounting Specialist (GC/AP) to ensure correct reporting of revenues and costs, the timely payment of invoices, and/or timely receipt of monies owed to the hotel.
  Key Accountabilities

• Summarize and post data to journals, ledgers and other accounting records; total and balance accounts; reconcile bank accounts; check and verify records.  

• Obtain approvals from department heads on invoices to be paid; make proper accounting entries in ledger; reconcile discrepancies with vendors; prepare transmittal of invoices for payment by CMH Accounting. 

• Maintain files of all accounting-related and/or audit documentation; may assist with clerical duties such as typing or phone coverage. 

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of daily bank deposits; maintain the hotel's funds to ensure that funds are of adequate amount, kept safely and properly accounted for; provide all daily change requirements; issue banks to cashiers and conduct periodic audits of banks as needed.  Report over/short discrepancies as per Internal Audit Standards. 

• Responsible for maintenance of normal and routine controls to ensure reasonable protection of company assets. 

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.  Key departmental contacts include department heads throughout the hotel, for the purpose of providing or obtaining information regarding accounts.   

• May perform additional accounting-related duties such as ensuring compliance with Internal Control Questionnaires, maintaining purchase order system integrity or monitor/track other financial control procedures or systems, maintaining checkbook, assisting with month end close, and etc.   

• May assist with other duties as needed or requested. 

  Key Skills & Experiences

• Reading abilities are utilized often when reading invoices and work materials. 

• Mathematical skills are used frequently to perform calculations, reconcile account balances, etc. 

• Handling objects, supplies, boxes of merchandise, etc. 

• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching 

• Frequent contact with guests and outside vendors is necessary to resolve billing issues or answer questions.  Strong customer service skills are required. 

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. 

  What you can expect from us: 

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.  

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.  

IHG gives every member of the team  the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.   

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $33.50.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

 Application Deadline: 03/14/2025

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?