Accounting Clerk

Hersha Hospitality Management LP•Palm Beach, FL

21d

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk verifies invoices, obtains approvals, and pays invoices, while billing and collecting outstanding revenue accurately and promptly in accordance with accounting policies and procedures. The role supports hotel accounting operations, including cash handling, deposits, credit-related activities, customer billing, and ledger monitoring. The stated growth path is Staff Accountant/Guest Service Agent, Regional Accountant, and Controller.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Previous accounting experience or equivalent training required.
Proficient in using Excel.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PMS/accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare cash discrepancy reports.
Retrieve and process deposits in accordance with hotel standards.
Maintain the house bank and conduct transactions according to established processes and policies.
Issue and redeem cashier banks and conduct audits as needed.
Process petty cash receipts and reimbursements.
Assist with credit-related activities, including processing credit applications.
Provide customers with accurate and timely invoices, statements, and schedules.
Maintain an efficient collection process, including an organized filing and tracing system.
Monitor the guest ledger, advance deposit ledger, and other related ledgers to ensure proper internal control.
Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
Practice safe work habits to ensure safety.
Perform other duties as requested by management.