Sr Accounting Clerk

JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW

The Senior Accounting Clerk processes accounts payable and receivable. Additionally, this position is responsible for scanning, filing, logging, copying, and assisting in various hotel office projects and completing special projects as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following statements describe the principal functions of this position and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may be expected to perform other duties as assigned, including working in other areas to cover absences or balance the workload. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. You will have the audit team reporting directly to you concerning billing & reporting.

• Review and process daily Hotel & F&B receipts
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements
• Process accounts payable and receivable
• Daily enter key data of financial transactions in the database
• Research, track, and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
• Reconcile accounts in a timely manner
• Completes special projects as assigned
• Cross-trains in the duties and responsibilities of the Hotel Front Desk Department as necessary
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward all guests, vendors, and coworkers
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience required
• Specialized technical and accounting courses or equivalent preferred
• PMS & Hotel experience required

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English and have good verbal and written communication skills
• PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment), and working knowledge of PMS & POS accounting software programs is preferred
• Microsoft Office skills required

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Honesty and integrity
• Self-starter
• Inquisitive, detail-oriented

COMPETENCIES:

• 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.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Professionalism--Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to sit and utilize hand and finger dexterity to operate a keyboard and office equipment
• Occasionally required to bend or stoop and lift items less than 25 lbs.

SALARY: $25.00 - $28.50 D.O.E

HOURS: M - F 9am to 5pm

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Paid Time Off and State required Sick Pay
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Hotel discounts by brand (Marriott)
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Daily Employee meal