Accounting Clerk

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

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