HOTEL ACCOUNTANT

AccorHotel•Honolulu, HI

20h•$65,000 - $73,000

About The Position

The Hotel Accountant supports the Hotel Controller in managing the Finance department and maintaining accurate, timely financial records in compliance with company policies, accounting guidelines, and statutory regulations. The role is responsible for financial accounting and reporting for the Ala Moana Hotel Rental Program, including owner statements, monthly and annual tax filings, account reconciliations, and accounts payable and receivable for owner- and AOAO-related matters. The position supports hotel budgeting and forecasting, end-of-month and year-end processes, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, cash management, payroll controls, financial audits, statutory and corporate reporting, and internal controls. It also helps maintain accounting systems, records, procedures, and contingency plans; responds to financial queries; supports Owner Relations and hotel departments; and assists with training and development of Finance team members. The role requires an accounting qualification, at least three years of finance or accounting experience, accuracy and independence, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills. The position is full-time and permanent, with an annual salary range of $65,000 to $73,000.

Requirements

Accounting qualification from a recognized institution.
At least three years of experience in a finance or accounting department.
Ability to work accurately and independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to communicate in writing and provide reports when requested.
Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers and employees, using patience, tact, empathy, and diplomacy when needed.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Professionalism, sound judgment, and good decision-making skills.
Ability to keep information confidential unless advised otherwise.
Ability to meet occupational health and safety requirements and report workplace hazards.

Responsibilities

Support the Hotel Controller in the efficient operation of the Finance department and in maintaining accurate, timely records.
Manage financial accounting and reporting for the Ala Moana Hotel Rental Program.
Prepare and assist with reviewing owner statements and monthly owner financial reports.
Prepare monthly and annual GET, TAT, and OTAT tax returns for the Rental Program Management Company and Hotel Operating Company.
Prepare account reconciliations and analyze owner accounts monthly and annually; implement procedures for accurate and timely reporting.
Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for owner-related and AOAO-related matters, ensuring timely invoice payments and prompt billing.
Plan and prepare annual IRS reporting and monthly and annual withholding depository requirements for foreign owners.
Assist with annual hotel operating budgets and quarterly forecasts.
Assist the Finance team with special projects, committees, and additional responsibilities.
Assist the Hotel Financial Controller with monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Complete daily balance sheet and bank reconciliations, including operating and trust accounts, in a timely manner.
Manage cash activities, including bank deposits, approved refunds, and petty cash and float reconciliations.
Conduct at least monthly spot-check counts of petty cash and other cash funds and promptly reconcile differences.
Track purchase orders against invoices, ensure compliance with company policy, and code invoices prepared by Department Heads.
Review travel agent commission invoices and calculations for accounts payable processing.
Maintain familiarity with computer systems and their operation and communications with other systems.
Help establish controls to protect the integrity of information in property management and accounting systems, and help develop Finance department contingency plans for computer failures.
Maintain current filing systems and records in accordance with statutory retention requirements.
Assist with end-of-month processes, including general ledger reconciliation and analysis and month-end accounting and reporting under corporate guidelines.
Respond to queries in a timely manner.
Support the Hotel Financial Controller in liaising with departments, implementing efficient procedures, and helping departments interpret financial information and its effect on business decisions.
Help maintain disciplined financial and internal controls throughout the property.
Help prepare corporate and statutory returns requested by external auditors or required by state and federal law, and maintain related records.
Ensure compliance with company, state, federal, and international accounting standards and government legislation.
Complete accounting and administrative duties as required by the Hotel Financial Controller, Regional Financial Controller, Executive Director of Finance, Corporate Compliance, and Finance Shared Services team.
Assist the Hotel Controller with planning reviews and the future development of the Finance department.
Assist with documenting and developing new systems and processes, and advise the Hotel Financial Controller of existing and emerging operational or financial issues.
Assist in training and developing Finance team members and encourage their participation in internal and external training.
Adhere to payroll controls and wage and salary disbursement procedures, including applicable CBA provisions and tax legislation.
Keep the Finance department neat, organized, and presentable.
Assist Owner Relations with inquiries about owner statements, GET/TAT/OTAT state tax returns, and IRS matters.
Review daily cash audits for completeness and update the system with adjustments.
Assist with bank synchronization by resolving uncleared items.
Check accommodations in Extra to ensure revenues are allocated to the correct rooms.
Update foreign currency exchange rates daily.
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, sound judgment, and good decision-making; meet departmental occupational health and safety requirements and report workplace hazards.
Represent the company positively and complete reasonable additional tasks assigned by the immediate manager or delegate.