Accounting Intern
About The Position
We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting. The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing daily accounting activities, processing general ledger journal entries, and preparing balance sheet and income statement accounts for a portfolio of limited service, extended stay and select full-service hotels.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting
- Demonstrate knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with ability to research and recommend appropriate actions
- Demonstrated experience interpreting and producing financial status reports
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of USALI standards would be a plus
Responsibilities
- Performs daily review of revenue reconciliation between Opera (PMS) trial balance and the amounts in the financial systems software, and approves respective revenue journal entry in GL
- Prepares and posts journal entries throughout the month as well as during month-end close, including accruals and adjustments
- Prepares balance sheet reconciliation workpapers for review by the Senior Staff Accountants
- Assists the Senior Staff Accountants with the development of quarter-end, month-end, and year-end financial statements
- Assists Accounting Supervisor, Assistant Controller and Senior Staff Accountant with financial audits and preparing appropriate audit work papers
- Maintains records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards
- Performs special projects as needed
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Various Employee Perks and Discounts
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
