Accounting Staff

Four Points Bellingham, managed by Providence Hospitality Partners is based in Denver, Colorado, is hiring an Accounting Clerk. We strive to operate hotels where every guest wants to stay and every associate wants to work. We encourage and support each associate to achieve clearly defined objectives, and we pursue a proactive position to enhance the wellbeing in our communities. We provide a corporate culture that values teamwork, a strong work ethic, service to others, and personal balance.

Purpose: Obtains revenue and pays invoices by verifying and completing payable and receivable transactions. 

Job Duties:

• Assists with group billing.
• Oversees all Night Audit staffing, training and reporting
• Ensures accuracy of all daily reporting  
• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information.
• Sends weekly (or biweekly) AP Batch to Corporate.
• Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information; computing charges and refunds; preparing and mailing invoices; identifying delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.
• Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts; notifying customers of insufficient payments.
• Handles and resolves all guest dispute calls. 
• Reviews and responds to credit card disputes. 
• Maintains accounting ledgers by posting account transactions.
• Verifies AP accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
• Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
• Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls. 
• Assists with daily cash deposits. 
• Assists with monthly bank audits. 
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Completes and sends daily revenue report in the Controllers absence. 

Administrative Writing Skills, Organization, Data Entry Skills, General Math Skills, Financial Software, Familiarity with PMS Systems is an asset, Familiarity and proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word and Excel, Analyzing Information, Attention to Detail, Thoroughness, Reporting Research Results, Verbal Communication

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Accounting experience required; one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hotel experience is preferred 

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Customer Service--Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics--Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Judgment--Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand and walk
• Occasionally required to sit and utilize hand and finger dexterity to use a keyboard and office equipment
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds

SALARY:

• $24-$27 hourly DOE