Accounting Manager

LINE Austin•Newtown, CT

21d

About The Position

More than a group of hotels, the LINE is a creative community built around a sense of discovery — an exploration of a building, a neighborhood, and a culture. From Koreatown in LA to Adams Morgan in DC to downtown Austin, each property is architecturally interesting and chosen for its location in emerging neighborhoods in compelling cities. The LINE hotels are both reflective and responsive— shaped by the communities they are part of while also contributing something new to those places. The LINE properties are a collaboration of the best local and out-of-town talent in design, food and beverage, arts and culture. We are seeking a dynamic Accounting Manager to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit. The Accounting Manager assists in managing revenues and disbursements including accounts receivable, accounts payable, audit, and general ledger reporting. They also assist in day to day finance operations he/she is responsible for computing, recording, collecting, analyzing and verifying numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records. The Accounting Manager will work closely with the Controller regarding short and long-term goals and manage expenses within approved budget parameters. The person having this position must possess good communication skills, have the ability to resolve conflict and have a thorough understanding of LINE policies, procedures and expectations. Because of the fluctuating demands of the company’s operation, it may be necessary that each employee perform a multitude of different functions; therefore, as an essential part of your position, you will be expected to help others when the occasion arises, just as other employee is expected to help you. Accordingly, you may be expected to perform other tasks as needed or as directed.

Requirements

College degree preferred
Two (2) years related experience in Bookkeeping
Hospitality experience preferred
Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to multitask
Excellent communication skills
Ability to understand and work in various accounting systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet
Work well under pressure, requires being a team player

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel
Manage hotel’s payroll function, processes and procedures
Process payroll edits, review payroll for accuracy and export to Accounting software
Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures, i.e. proper approvals are obtained, appropriate support documentation is attached, prices and quantities are verified, etc.
Prepare batches of invoices for entry into accounting systems
Enter invoices for payment in a timely manner, ensuring all expenses are accounted for in the correct month
Prepare and distribute vendor checks
Record ACH and wire payments in accounting systems
Maintain and analyze general ledger, making corrections as necessary including making journal entries for any necessary accruals
Implement and maintain organization of workspace and vendor files
Keep AP related filing up to date to facilitate ease of research
Perform cash handling functions for the hotel and reconcile all cash dropped at the front desk
Perform follow-up billing, credit collection documentation and inform Director of Finance of any potential uncollected accounts
Assist with reimbursable invoicing
Set up new accounts in accordance with established credit policy
Process month-end and year-end AP and AR closing
Provide month-end support to accounting team
Prepare yearly 1099’s
Actively participate in the management of the PO System and corporate policies and procedures
Take ownership of all accounting issues brought to your attention by guests
Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the hotel
Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested
Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions
Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements