Income Auditor; Seasonal

The Higgins Hotel, located in the heart of New Orleans, is seeking exceptional individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a historic, luxury hotel that offers unparalleled service and a unique guest experience. With positions available in front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, event planning, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our hotel features sophisticated design, modern amenities, and a vibrant atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of The Higgins Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our guests, work in a culturally rich city, and be a part of a renowned hotel brand. Join us in delivering legendary hospitality and become a valued member of our team at The Higgins Hotel!

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for a new challenge? Our hotel/resort is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team! As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for analyzing financial information, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budget preparation. The Staff Accountant performs various data gathering, tracking, and record keeping; financial forecasting, budgeting, and planning; preparing of financial schedules, statements, and reports.

Performs related accounting and financial analyses in one or more financial areas including auditing, budgeting, cost accounting, general accounting, and program cost control and scheduling.

If you have a strong background in accounting, exceptional attention to detail, and are eager to grow your career in the hospitality industry, we encourage you to apply!

About Our Property

The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center’s name reflects the contributions of the extraordinary entrepreneur, Andrew Higgins, who designed and built over 20,000 boats in New Orleans that were used in every major amphibious assault of World War II.

Conveniently located directly across the street from The National WWII Museum, the hotel offers 230 era-inspired guest rooms and specialty suites, premium amenities, full-service restaurant, lounge, and a rooftop bar, as well as a second-floor conference center with more than 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Higgins Hotel proudly welcomes veterans and individuals with disabilities. We value diverse experiences and are committed to an inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Audit daily hotel revenue and transactions for multiple departments
• Reconcile the property-management system (PMS), point-of-sale (POS) system, credit card settlements, cash activity, direct billing, deposits, and supporting reports
• Verify room revenue, occupancy, average daily rate, packages, taxes, service charges, gratuities, discounts, complimentary transactions, paid-outs, allowances, rebates, refunds, voids, and adjustments
• Review night-audit reports and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, appropriate authorization, and compliance with established procedures
• Research out-of-balance items and unusual transactions; communicate discrepancies promptly and follow through until they are resolved and documented.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper audit records in accordance with hotel, management-company, brand, legal, and record-retention requirements
• Protect confidential guest, team member, payment-card, and financial information; follow PCI-DSS and access-control requirements
• Prepare and distribute the daily revenue report, exception reports, and other scheduled financial reports accurately and on time
• Verify cash deposits and deposit documentation; promptly report missing, late, or inconsistent deposits
• Assist with month-end close, including reconciliations, schedules, accrual support, inventory verification, and audit documentation
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and correcting control or documentation deficiencies
• Partner professionally with department leaders to clarify transactions, correct posting practices, and strengthen financial controls
• Attend required meetings and training and maintain current knowledge of hotel systems, policies, brand standards, and accounting procedures
• Provide backup support within the Finance department and perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with the purpose of the position

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least five years of hotel accounting, income-audit, or closely related experience; an equivalent…