Property Accountant

KOLTER HOSPITALITY GROUP•St. Petersburg, FL

27d•$25 - $25

About The Position

A Kolter Hospitality Property Accountant delivers service excellence to the hotel team by accurately processing accounting reports and payroll. This position is responsible for the hotel accounting, including compiling, reviewing and reconciling entries. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Performance Expectations: Maintain current knowledge of property management and accounting systems. Ensure invoices are accurate, approved, processed timely and account coding is complete. Respond promptly to vendor inquiries. Ensure purchasing policies are followed. Post customer payments when appropriate. Review A/R (guest ledger/city ledger) accounts to ensure appropriate postings and collections are timely. Reconcile and bill accounts. Verify accuracy of night audit work –input data into M3 for the daily report. Reconcile credit card back up and inform management of discrepancies. Set up new accounts in accordance with policy. Audit daily deposits. Assist in reconciling bank and balance sheets. Assist in preparing accruals and journal entries at month end. Prepare and submit petty cash reimbursements in accordance with accounting policies. Reconcile daily postings of cash and report daily overages/shortages. Input new hire, personnel changes and rate changes in the pay system. Maintain confidentiality and keep payroll records updated such as W-4, rates of pay, benefits, address, phone number, etc. Enter pay details including time clock records, tips, vacation, sick, etc. Prepare payroll reports and verify accuracy. Assist in administering wage garnishments. Adhere to hotel grooming standards. Follow all safety procedures while working.

Requirements

Accounting background and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft office.
Flexible shift scheduling available.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in hotel Accounting functions
Ability to complete complex financial accounting calculations and analysis
Strong business communication skills verbal and written
Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations
High work ethic and self-initiative
Ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor in sometimes high pressure situations
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite
Some travel may be required

Responsibilities

Maintain current knowledge of property management and accounting systems.
Ensure invoices are accurate, approved, processed timely and account coding is complete.
Respond promptly to vendor inquiries.
Ensure purchasing policies are followed.
Post customer payments when appropriate.
Review A/R (guest ledger/city ledger) accounts to ensure appropriate postings and collections are timely.
Reconcile and bill accounts.
Verify accuracy of night audit work –input data into M3 for the daily report.
Reconcile credit card back up and inform management of discrepancies.
Set up new accounts in accordance with policy.
Audit daily deposits.
Assist in reconciling bank and balance sheets.
Assist in preparing accruals and journal entries at month end.
Prepare and submit petty cash reimbursements in accordance with accounting policies.
Reconcile daily postings of cash and report daily overages/shortages.
Input new hire, personnel changes and rate changes in the pay system.
Maintain confidentiality and keep payroll records updated such as W-4, rates of pay, benefits, address, phone number, etc.
Enter pay details including time clock records, tips, vacation, sick, etc.
Prepare payroll reports and verify accuracy.
Assist in administering wage garnishments.
Adhere to hotel grooming standards.
Follow all safety procedures while working.