Accounting Generalist

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Miami, FL

About The Position

Four Seasons Hotel Miami is looking for a Accounting Generalist who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. Our employees have the opportunity to shape our guests experience by providing exceptional knowledge and service in support of our world-renowned organization. The Accounting Generalist’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: The Residential Accountant will support the Residential Assistant Director of Finance in managing accounting operations for multiple residential associations and shared spaces. This role focuses on accurate financial reporting, month-end processes, banking activities, expense allocations, and compliance with audit and tax requirements.

Requirements

Accounting degree, or related field.
Previous accounting generalist experience, preferable within Hotels
Strong working knowledge back-office accounting systems

Responsibilities

Understand and possess a working knowledge of the Accounting & Finance Manual
Ensure all payments are made correctly and with the correct authorization (approved PO).
Understand tax laws as it relates to sales tax, use tax, goods and services tax and year end processing ensuring compliance and ensure that all deductions and exemptions are properly documented.
Good understanding of Month-End Process, including but not limited to preparation of accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals.
Run the required reports at month end to close the Accounts Payable cycle.
Prepare and coordinate the monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts and all bank reconciliations, ensuring all outstanding reconciling items are investigated and resolved satisfactorily.
Perform all daily, monthly, and other periodic accounting and financial reporting in an accurate and timely nature.
Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Prepare and post month-end journal entries for residential associations and shared spaces.
Expense Allocation Support quarterly tax payments and ensure timely submissions.
Assist with annual external audit by preparing schedules and providing documentation.
Financial Reporting & Analysis Support budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and variance reports.