Enterprise Accounts Payable Clerk

HEI Hotels & Resorts • Norwalk, CT

6d • $21 - $21

About The Position

HEI manages an unparalleled portfolio of leading full-service branded hotels and luxury and lifestyle independent hotels across the U.S. We are the acknowledged experts on upper-upscale, luxury, and premium select-serve hotels in urban, super-suburban, and destination locations. At HEI, we recognize that our enormous success is solely the result of our greatest asset: Our People. Where people work is a choice. Against that choice, our greatest obligation is to ensure day in and day out that our associates have the compensation and benefits they deserve and industry leading tools, training and support that they need to excel. At HEI, simply said, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing us by investing in and making them more valuable. Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply. As a member of the Enterprise Services Team, the Enterprise Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the timely processing of invoices for the hotels assigned to them. The AP clerk is to use the financial systems given to monitor the flow of invoices submitted, process invoices submitted in accordance to HEI SOPs, resolve vendor and team inquiries, and process payments. Team members ensure that all invoices receives all applicable approvals, as required by HEI policy, prior to processing and remitting the payment to the vendor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in hotel or hospitality related Finance and Accounting.
• Must have excellent time management skills, the ability to work with both internal and external customers and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be computer oriented and able to meet deadlines and adhere to company policies.
• Performs work in a well-organized, self-directed manner with ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks, work both independently and in a team environment, and grasp concepts quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Match purchase orders to submitted invoices or to establish default coding when appropriate and submit for approval
• Validate System invoice data to physical invoice data ensuring all invoice support is accurate and attached
• Record vendor ACH payments daily
• Retrieve and process hotel utility invoices from the utility management vendor daily.
• Processes all approved invoices for payment as directed by the hotel DOF\CDOF; ensures all appropriate signatures and back-up attached.
• Maintain AP Distribution Sets to maintain consistent coding across hotels.
• Handles all vendor inquiries and reconciles vendor statements.
• Processes off cycle checks as submitted by hotels.
• Assist with supplier creation
• Perform established month end closing tasks
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level