General Accountant

Highgate Hotels • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

As a General Accountant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks, ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions, maintaining financial records, and supporting the overall financial health of the hotel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Finance or Accounting, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required and a familiarity with M-3 Accounting Systems, Profit Sage Budget/Forecast, Dayforce, Lightspeed, and Micros is preferred.
• Knowledge of Nashville Sales/Occupancy/Use tax reporting and local tax rules is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and process daily journal entries for revenue, expenses, and operational activities.
• Reconcile financial accounts (bank, credit card, etc.) regularly and assist in month-end and year-end closings.
• Process timely payments to vendors, review invoices for accuracy, and manage the accounts receivable process to ensure prompt collections.
• Resolve discrepancies and assist in invoice reconciliation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, ensuring data accuracy.
• Support financial analysis, including variance reporting, and assist in compiling data for quarterly and annual reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial regulations.
• Help maintain internal controls to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement and assist with audit preparations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees