Staff Accountant

# Staff Accountant Hot Job Legal Address - Naples, FL 34120## Overview Salary Range $34.00 - $37.00 Hourly## Description##
** Position Summary
** Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club is hiring an experienced Staff Accountant for its in-house accounting team. The role centers on member accounts receivable and payroll, with support for accounts payable and month-end close. We're looking for someone detail-oriented and comfortable with high transaction volume who works well with members, employees, and vendors in a private club environment.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
**** Member Accounts Receivable & Collections
*** Process and post member payments received by ACH, check, and credit card, which together total more than 950 transactions per month
* Prepare daily cash receipts and bank deposits, and reconcile payments to member statements
* Review member aging reports, follow up on past-due balances, and escalate collection issues according to club policy
* Set up and maintain member billing records, including dues, assessments, minimums, and transfer or new-member accounts
* Answer member billing questions promptly and professionally
* Support the monthly member statement cycle, including an accuracy review before statements go out
** Payroll Support
*** Assist with in-house payroll processing for full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff, including hours review, tip allocations, and deductions
* Support new-hire onboarding (approximately 80 new employees per year), including payroll setup, direct deposit, and tax withholding documentation
* Reconcile payroll registers and assist with payroll tax filings
* Maintain confidential employee payroll records in compliance with federal and Florida regulations
** Accounts Payable Support
*** Assist with the bi-weekly vendor check run (approximately 100 checks per cycle)
* Help process vendor invoices and resolve vendor inquiries as needed
** Month-End Support
*** Prepare assigned reconciliations, such as bank and member receivables accounts
* Assist with month-end close and the annual audit as needed

This position is on-site at the club. It involves sitting for extended periods, working on a computer throughout the day, and occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs (files, deposits, supplies). Overtime may be required during month-end close, year-end, audit, and peak season, and must be approved in advance by the CFO or Controller.

Compensation & Benefits  Pay range: $34 – $37 per hour, commensurate with experience. Overtime is paid at 1.5x for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.  
-Health, dental, and vision insurance  
-401(k) with employer match  
-Paid time off and holidays  
-Employee meals  
-HFTP Membership## Qualifications
** Required
* ** High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in accounting, finance, or business preferred
* 3+ years of accounting experience, with a strong background in accounts receivable
* Working knowledge of account reconciliations and month-end close
* Excel skills
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle high transaction volume accurately under deadlines
* Excellent communication skills and a professional, service-oriented demeanor
* High integrity and discretion with confidential member and employee information
** Preferred
* ** Experience in a private club, hospitality, or membership-based organization
* Familiarity with Jonas club management software.
* Experience with payroll platforms (such as Paylocity, Paycom, or similar)
* Experience with payroll for tipped employees and a seasonal workforce
* Collections experience