What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerks position at Crescent Hotels & Resorts?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable
- Generate and distribute invoices for group, corporate, and banquet accounts.
- Process customer payments and post receipts accurately.
- Follow up on outstanding balances and past-due accounts.
- Assist with direct billing and collection efforts.
- Reconcile accounts receivable ledgers.
Cash and Revenue Reconciliation
- Verify daily cash deposits and credit card settlements.
- Reconcile revenue reports from Front Office, Food & Beverage, and other departments.
- Assist with daily income audit functions as needed.
- Investigate and resolve variances and discrepancies.
General Accounting
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end closing activities.
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Support annual audits and financial reviews.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
Administrative Support
- Maintain accounting files and electronic records.
- Assist associates and managers with accounting-related inquiries.
- Prepare reports and spreadsheets as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience preferred.
- Hotel accounting experience preferred.
- Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience with hotel property management systems and accounting software preferred (such as M3, ProfitSword, OnQ, Opera, or similar systems).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
Competencies
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Time management and organization
- Problem-solving skills
- Professional communication
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team