Accounting Assistant

Department: Accounting

Division: Accounting & General

Reports To: Accounting Manager / Assistant General Manager / General Manager

Supervises: N/A

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing day-to-day accounting functions, overseeing the night audit process, and processing bi-weekly payroll. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations while supporting accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the night audit function; may occasionally work the night audit shift as required.
• Perform daily cashiering responsibilities, including accurate posting of cash entries and reconciliation of credit card transmissions.
• Ensure daily revenue postings are accurate and correct errors as needed.
• Assist with daily and month-end journal entries to ensure timely and accurate revenue reporting.
• Complete and/or assist with month-end closing responsibilities for various entities.
• Assist external and regulatory auditors by providing accounting records, documentation, and explanations as needed.
• Manage accounts payable processes.
• Prepare daily revenue reporting.
• Maintain accounting file storage and records.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Promote a safe environment for employees and guests by identifying and addressing safety or security issues.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area while practicing safe work habits.
• Exhibit teamwork and cooperation by performing other duties as needed or directed.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Advanced understanding of general ledger accounting systems.
• Experience with M3 accounting software preferred.
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work varying schedules as required to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of hospitality accounting experience preferred.
• College degree preferred.
  
  
  

Job Environment:

• Primarily indoors within office and hotel facilities.
• Requires sitting for extended periods during shifts.
• Some lifting required, up to 25 pounds.
• Minimal physical activity including infrequent bending, stretching, or stooping.
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-sponsored life insurance
• Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary life insurance
• Vacation and paid holidays