Staff Accountant

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.
The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description

• Performs daily review of revenue reconciliation between Opera (PMS) trial balance and the amounts in the financial systems software, and approves respective revenue journal entry in GL
• Prepares and posts journal entries throughout the month as well as during month-end close, including accruals and adjustments
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliation workpapers for review by the Senior Finance Leader
• Assists the Senior Finance Leaders with the development of quarter-end, month-end, and year-end financial statements
• Assists with financial audits and preparing appropriate audit work papers
• Maintains records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards
• Performs special projects as needed
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

Key Competencies Required

·        Technical:

o   Strong understanding of general ledger accounting

o   Demonstrate knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with ability to research and recommend appropriate actions

o   Demonstrated experience interpreting and producing financial status reports

·        Behavioral (Go Beyond)

o   Exceed expectations

o   Hold yourself and others accountable

o   Continuously improve

o   Dig deeper and find ways to succeed

A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.

·        2+ years’ experience in general accounting and financial record keeping preferred (hospitality industry preferred)

·        Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent preferred

·        Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ability to effectively organize, manipulate, and analyze large amounts of data

·        Opera Property Management System Experience a plus

·        Ability to proactively communicate and work effectively with hotel accounting staff, outside vendors, and internal customers

·        Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think outside the box and challenge the status quo

·        Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast pace setting

·        Demonstrate ability to use technology to improve processes and efficiencies

·        Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality work

·        Strong analytical skills and ability to accurately process numerical data

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