Night Auditor - Full time

Sonesta Hotels - Austin, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

Accommodation

About the position

The Night Auditor is responsible for balancing all hotel income and expenses during the overnight shift while also serving as a Guest Service Agent. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting and delivering exceptional service to guests, contributing to the overall success of the hotel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
• Balance and audit room revenue, food and beverage revenue, and telephone revenue for accuracy; assist in the preparation of all reports relevant to daily revenues.
• Balance and audit all room tax charges, cashier reports, and guest house accounts for accuracy.
• Complete and transmit daily management/accounting reports with any supporting documentation ensuring the accurate accounting of the hotel revenues and expenses.
• Prepare General Manager daily, weekly, and month-end reporting packs.
• Assist in the setup of the complimentary breakfast service to include hot and cold food service, juice and coffee stations, and all supplies.
• Assist in the washing, drying, and folding of hotel laundry.
• Act as the security point of contact during various times in the shift.
• Communicate with the Operations Manager to resolve accounting discrepancies and to request or provide information.
• Register guests, issue room keys, and provide information on hotel services, room location, and Travel Pass rewards program. Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Accurately process all cash and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier and other reports, preparing deposit, and counting/securing assigned bank.
• May routinely book guest reservations for individuals and/or groups that are requested either by phone or from within the hotel; process cancellations, revisions, and information updates on changes. Up-sell rooms where possible to maximize revenue.
• Follow the overall seasonal demand reservation strategy as communicated by the hotel management team with regard to room type and length of stay pricing.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Service the shoppe and the pour by ensuring guests receive the service and products offered by the hotel. Follow all local laws with regard to alcoholic beverage sales.
• Ensure guest special requests are fulfilled and proper delivery of guest services is delivered.
• Issue, control, and release guest safe-deposit boxes.
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws regarding health, safety, and alcohol services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of previous hotel experience preferred.
• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
• Reading and writing skills are utilized when compiling department records, guest registration, and reservation information.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, and variances preferred.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Opera systems preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in extended stay hotels.
• Ability to obtain a ServSafe certification.
• Ability to obtain a TIPS certification.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance