About Us:
Hyatt Place Albany opened in September 2023. Located in downtown Albany along the Hudson River, it is conveniently serviced by several CDTA bus routes and among dining and entertainment options. You can help build a passionate team that has fun, works hard, and loves one another. When you join the HEI family, you are joining one of the largest hotel management companies in the US, you receive the benefit of the HEI Loves culture where we value you, our team members. HEI Loves is dedicated to celebrating our associates by offering the most competitive compensation, benefits, and PTO programs. Our associates are also eligible to take advantage of everything from health and wellness packages and robust retirement plans to travel perks, product and service discounts, and much more.
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Overview:

Conduct day to day operations of the Human Resources and Accounting disciplines which includes: Greeting internal guests to the office, safeguarding the assets, preparing financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and assist with recruiting, training, payroll, compliance with statutory requirements, the execution of associate relations activities, answering questions, and troubleshooting problems.

This role starts at $25.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Accounting

  • 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.
  • Assist in reconciling open account status items.
  • Input General Cashier Summary and maintain binder.
  • File and distribute credit card cancellations, bulletins, and credit warnings. Process and follow-up on all returned checks accepted as cash payment. Record General Ledger and City Ledger reconciliations.
  • 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.
  • Submit all approved invoices for payment, ensure all appropriate signatures and back-up attached.
  • 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.

  Human Resources

  • Assist associates whenever possible with requests and/or information. Attempt to answer associate questions and/or address associate concerns in a timely manner.
  • Assist in the recruiting, screening and interviewing for all management and non-management hotel positions. Assist the Human Resources Director or Human Resources Manager in directing and instructing the management staff in effective recruiting and interviewing techniques using methods such as verbal presentations and written directions to ensure the hiring and retention of qualified and effective associates. Schedule interviews and process related paperwork.
  • Create and update Human Resources bulletin boards, electronic communications, and other posting locations as needed.
  • Assist management in processing weekly payroll. Distribute paychecks as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and updated department and associate files.
  • Explain elements of various benefits to associates as required and assist with enrollment and claims processing.
  • Assist with associate relations events and recognition, as needed, e.g. Associate of the Month program, Associate Anniversary Awards program, etc.
  • Process benefits enrollments and other functions electronically, as required.
  • Monitor and update job requisitions as required. Communicate hotel job openings internally and externally, via bulletin board postings, telephone, letters, referral contacts, telephone Hot Line, etc. pursuant to Company policy.
  • Coordinate all other pre-selection activities, including drug testing; reference checks, etc., to ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
  • Process all transfer requests in the required time frame.
  • Respond to all interviewed applicants via telephone, email, or letter within required time frame.
  • Assist Director of Human Resources or Human Resources Manager in achieving goals and objectives as identified in hotel annual Affirmative Action Plan (AAP).
  • Control the administration of wages and benefits to ensure the accurate and equitable application of same, analyzing and applying information retrieved from moderately complex reports, manuals and/or computer systems.
  • Prepare correspondence and memos as needed.
  • Maintain applicant flow log/data.
  • Ensure all new hires and existing associates possess proper employment eligibility verifications.
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• S. in Accounting, Human Resources, or Hotel Management. Degree preferred.
• 1 year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to compile facts and figures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public, etc.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, and hospitality law.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
• Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.

Benefits:

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs ?through EyeMed.?Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.