SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial procedures and confirming financial compliance through preparation of a company’s reports and statements. Computes and prepares data for journal entries, general ledger, and related financial statements; performs day-to-day general accounting functions. The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the Hotel's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares general ledger journal entries, fixed asset tracking, monthly balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliation.
• Generates and files monthly financial reports.
• Develops, analyzes, and prepares periodic financial statements for timely distribution to management.
• Assists with accounts payable functions including but not limited to verifying invoices, expense reports, check requests, and purchase requisitions; entering data into accounts payable system; and processing weekly check runs.
• Assists with accounts receivable functions including but not limited to applying payments to appropriate accounts, monthly invoicing, reconciling customer accounts, and handling customer inquiries.
• Reconciles petty cash fund.
• Assists with budget preparation.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly journals.
• Performs daily banking procedures.
• Maintains fixed asset and related depreciation schedules.
• Prepares monthly tax returns.
• Assists with annual external audits.
• Analyzes and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Prepares account analyses and reconciliation.
• Coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures. 
• Reviews and analyzes the organization's accounting operation; recommends improvements. 
• Assists with related special projects as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager. 

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, or related field, required.
• Minimum three years of related experience required.

• Proficient in M3 Accounting System, Micros POS, OPERA, Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.