Accounting Specialist (AR & Paymaster) - Holiday Inn Riverwalk - San Antonio, TX

IHG•San Antonio, TX

5d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for an Accounting Specialist at the beautiful Holiday Inn Riverwalk located in the center of downtown San Antonio, to perform a variety of routine accounting duties to ensure correct reporting of revenues and costs, the timely payment of invoices, receipt of monies owed to the hotel and payroll.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in a payroll or accounting clerical position or similar; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Ability to speak fluent English required.
Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds
Standing up and moving about the front office or other designated areas
Communicating with other people
Handling objects, supplies, boxes of merchandise, etc.
Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching
Reading abilities are utilized often when reading invoices and work materials.
Mathematical skills are used frequently to perform calculations, reconcile account balances, etc.
Working knowledge of payroll processes, payroll systems, wage and hour laws, and payroll tax
Frequent contact with guests and outside vendors is necessary to resolve billing issues or answer questions. Strong customer service skills are required.

Responsibilities

Process payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring all employee pay is timely and compliant with company policies and applicable laws.
Review employee timecards, resolve payroll discrepancies with department managers, and process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, bonuses, and deductions.
Maintain payroll records, prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with year-end payroll activities.
Process accounts payable by reviewing invoices, obtaining department approvals, reconciling vendor discrepancies, and preparing invoices for payment.
Prepare and reconcile daily bank deposits, maintain hotel cash funds, issue cashier banks, and conduct periodic cash audits.
Record financial transactions by posting to journals and ledgers, balancing accounts, reconciling bank statements, and verifying accounting records.
Manage accounts receivable by preparing invoices, monitoring aging reports, following up on outstanding balances, and assisting with collections.
Process direct billing requests, reconcile credit card transactions, research chargebacks and disputes, and ensure all reconciliations are completed accurately.
Maintain organized accounting files and documentation in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
Support internal controls and safeguard company assets by following established accounting procedures.
Work closely with department leaders and corporate accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient daily operations.
Assist with inventory, receiving, and other accounting or administrative functions as needed.
Promote a positive team environment by providing excellent internal customer service and collaborating across departments.
May assist with other duties as needed or requested.