Job Details

Overview

The Accounting Manager oversees the daily accounting and auditing functions of several positions in the department. Assist the Controller by ensuring that adequate controls and procedures are in place to safeguard the hotel's assets and ensure the integrity of the financial statements.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Train, develop and supervise staff in all aspects of Payroll and Accounts Receivable
• Maintain an equitable work load through adequate cross training of accounting staff
• Reconciliation of various balance sheet accounts to the general ledger
• Reconciliation of various assets to subsidiary ledgers or tracking systems
• Maintain Fixed Asset accounts including all Work in Progress accounts through completion and set up on the current depreciation/tracking system
• Year –End Audit Preparation and Support of budget and forecast activities
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Assist in financial statement preparation as requested
• Keep Controller informed of all issues/problems
• Execute the personnel functions of the department (interviewing applicants, evaluating employees, employee reviews, and employee disciplinary actions)
• Follow fair progressive discipline/coach & counseling procedures
• Knowledge of 1099 and 8027 requirements, TABC regulations as related to record keeping, Sales and Use Tax procedures, and form preparation
• Understanding of invoice processing and purchase order control procedures
• Knowledge of club membership credit policies pertaining to suspensions and cancellations
• Involvement in the capital budgeting process
• Knowledge of petty cash procedures, coding, consolidated cash deposit procedures
• Assist department management in reviewing and reconciling preliminary and final financial statements
• Other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in a cooperative and friendly manner with fellow employees, set a positive example.
• Provide the highest level of guest service to the hotel's clients.
• Maintain professional attire and personal hygiene.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Read, understand and follow all policies, procedures and practices as stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Promptly report substandard (unsafe) conditions to Supervisor.
• Promptly report accidents, injuries, property damage or loss to Supervisor.
• Keep accurate communications flowing freely among all hotel departments.
• Inform management promptly of any work-related problems or guest complaints.
• Promote the hotel through goodwill, courtesy and a positive attitude.
• Attend all scheduled training classes and meetings.
• Continue to learn and grow in the position.
• Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by management.
• Provide for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws ordinances as they apply to the hotel, guest and employees.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Lotus 1-2-3, Word Processing and Excel
• Minimum 10 years of experience in hospitality Accounting
• Prior supervisory experience in Accounting/Mastery of all functions which this position supervises
• Typing ability of 30 WPM
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess computer skills.
• Ability to assess/evaluate employees' performance fairly
• Flexible to work varying schedules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or hotel & Restaurant management with 5 years of experience in hotel or Country Club Accounting

DESCRIPTION/DEGREE OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Typical office environment
• Overhead, shoulder level, and floor level lifting
• Pushing/Pulling
• Sitting - Moderate: Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
• Standing - Ability to stand for long periods of time, up to 10 hours consecutively.
• Walking - Ability to walk 1 to 2 hours a day and move in small areas.
• Climbing - Modest: Lift, pivot and stretch, bend, squat and kneel with weight up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Balancing - Often required to maintain balance while carrying weight and reaching.
• Stooping - Knees, back and lower body must be flexible enough for repetitious stooping as an ongoing