Income Auditor / Jr. Accountant

The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel•New York, NY

31d

About The Position

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivaled service that is greatly admired. On a leafy stretch of the Upper East Side, just moments from Central Park, a New York icon returns. Once a discreet address, The Surrey has been reimagined as a Corinthia hotel, where Manhattan glamour is paired with considered design, warm hospitality and a deep connection to its neighborhood. Rooted in heritage and attuned to the present, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel invites a new generation to experience the Upper East Side with the ease of a local and the elegance of a classic. The Income Auditor / Jr. Accountant The Income Auditor / Jr. Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of the hotel’s daily revenue activity. This role performs detailed revenue auditing, supports cashiering controls, assists with accounting operations, and contributes to the monthly financial close. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with operational departments.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in hospitality accounting, income auditing, or hotel front-office cashiering required.
Experience with hotel PMS and POS systems (Opera, Toast, Book4Time, or similar).
Cash handling and cash reconciliation experience required.
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and internal controls.
High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing financial data.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in investigating discrepancies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, basic formulas).
Ability to work in a fast-paced hotel environment and meet daily deadlines.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to month-end close processes preferred.
Experience working in a luxury, boutique, or high-volume hotel environment is a plus.
Knowledge of NYS audit requirements and hospitality compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reconcile daily hotel revenue across all operating departments.
Verify room charges, Toast (In-Room Dining), Book4Time (Spa), and all adjustments for accuracy and proper support.
Prepare and distribute the Daily Revenue Report (DOR).
Review Guest Request charges to ensure all required backup is attached to folios for accurate accounting reconciliations.
Validate Comp and House Room documentation and ensure proper backup is attached to reservations for NYS audit and internal audit compliance.
Perform daily scanning and filing of Casa Tua checks for use by Front Office and Accounting
Perform general cashiering duties and support front-of-house cash handling as needed.
Audit cashier banks to ensure compliance with internal controls and hotel policies.
Process paid-out reimbursements and petty cash reimbursements.
Investigate cash discrepancies and resolve variances in a timely manner.
Prepare the monthly Casa Tua credit card fee billback.
Assist the Purchasing Manager with receiving functions when required.
Reconcile monthly purchasing card (P-Card) activity, ensuring all receipts, coding, and supporting documentation are accurate and submitted on time.
Support the month-end close process through reconciliations, documentation, and follow-up on outstanding items.
Assist with preparation of journal entries and gathering supporting documentation.
Additional ad hoc duties may be assigned as needed. This job description is not intended to cover every task or responsibility and may evolve based on operational needs.