Staff Accountant

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Doubletree Austin - Austin, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR113442

The beautiful Doubletree by Hilton Austin will turn 40 years old this year, but with a new renovation, she is looking better than ever. The charming property, with its Spanish Colonial design and contemporary decor, makes it a great place for guests and associates looking for an upscale work experience. We pride ourselves and creating a fun, but professional work environment with a culture of recognition, support, and respect.

For many years we have maintained excellent associate feedback ratings and over 20% of our team members have 10 or more years with us. Managed by HEI Hospitality, we offer an exceptional benefit package including a robust and flexible paid time off plan available to you after only 90 days. We have a choice of 4 prominent healthcare plans with options to meet anyone’s needs and are available to you the first of the month after you start.

We maintain an industry-leading 401K plan with a generous employer match of 4% on every 5% you contribute with no vesting period. Contact us soon to join our hotel family!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.
** Overview
* * Assist Controller in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards.###
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Sort and verify accuracy of Night Audit work (primarily receivables aspect), i.e. including reconciliation of banquet check extensions, coding of banquets at cost, review and route sales and promotion checks with back-up. Record department administration phone calls and inform Controller of any potential concern.
* Post city ledger payments in property management system, reconcile and bill all city ledger accounts. Perform follow-up billing and credit collection documentation and inform Controller of any potential uncollectible accounts.
* Reconcile credit card back-up to General Cashier Summary and inform Controller of any discrepancies. Bill out credit cards (AMEX, DINERS, etc.). Maintain accurate and legible logs for all credit cards.
* Set up new accounts in accordance with established credit policy.
* Assist in reconciling open account status items.
* Input General Cashier Summary and maintain binder.
* Verify that purchasing procedures are followed, i.e.: purchase order price compared to invoice price, purchase order quantity compared to invoice quantity, ensure that the purchase order number is valid. Maintain an accurate, up to date Purchase Order Log.
* Route invoices with purchase order attached to department heads and Executive Committee members for approval. Ensure account coding is accurate and all invoices are being returned on a timely basis.
* Process all approved invoices for payment, ensure all appropriate signatures and back-up attached.
* Pay all hotel invoices in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of amount paid, account coding, invoice extension and that all discounts are taken.
* Handle all vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements.
* Maintain open invoices file, paid invoices file and voided check file in an organized and up-to-date manner.
* Interface checks and submit a log of all manual checks to the Controller.
* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
** Qualifications and Skills
*** Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
* Accounting and Hotel experience preferred.
* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to compile facts and figures.
* Ability to operate personal computer and calculator.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.
** Compensation**### ### ##
** Benefits
* * HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive…