JR. STAFF ACCOUNTANT
About The Position
The Jr. Staff Accountant supports the hotel's daily accounting operations by performing accounting and financial reporting functions that help ensure management receives timely, accurate, and reliable financial information. The role handles daily income-audit procedures, accounts receivable for Group and Catering, cash and credit transaction controls, vendor and departmental inquiries, and backup accounts payable work. It also supports month-end close, financial analysis, management reporting, and accounting control procedures. The position promotes and follows Temecula Creek Inn policies and procedures, reports safety concerns, maintains a clean and safe work area, attends required meetings, and performs other assigned tasks, including cross-training.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
- Strong numerical aptitude and ability to accurately analyze and reconcile financial information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and ability to learn new systems and software quickly.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional, customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Dependable, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow in a hospitality accounting career.
Nice To Haves
- College degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Previous experience in Night Audit, Hotel Accounting, Front Office, Accounts Receivable, or another hospitality finance role.
- Experience using hotel property management systems (PMS), point-of-sale (POS) systems, and accounting software.
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant hospitality experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily income-audit procedures in accordance with company policies, including reviewing the daily flash report and reconciling credit cards, gift cards, and room charges.
- Distribute relevant reports and supporting documents for operational controls to appropriate department leadership.
- Process Group and Catering accounts receivable, including billing, posting payments, reconciling accounts, and following up with customers.
- Follow procedures for handling cash and credit transactions related to advance deposits, direct billings, collections, and chargebacks.
- Respond professionally and promptly to vendor and departmental inquiries.
- Provide backup accounts payable support, including invoice data entry and processing to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling bank and balance sheet accounts, maintaining support schedules, and assisting with financial statement preparation.
- Assist with financial analyses and management reports as requested.
- Review and update accounting-related control procedures in all departments, and report procedures that are not being followed to the Controller and General Manager.
- Respond to guest concerns promptly and professionally when directed.
- Comply with Temecula Creek Inn policies and procedures.
- Immediately report suspicious occurrences, hazardous conditions, spills, or safety concerns.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas and follow safe work practices, company and departmental safety rules, and proper equipment handling procedures.
- Attend mandatory meetings as directed.
- Perform other assigned tasks, including cross-training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
