Job Description Summary The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for general accounting duties. We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic customer-focused Accounting Clerk to provide financial support to the accounting and finance team by performing a variety of duties
Job Description - Key Job Functions
- Three-way invoice matching utilizing the accounts payable system to ensure accuracy.
- Conduct vendor set-ups and check requests.
- Verifies proper coding, checks calculations, and authorization of invoices.
- Audit vendor statements and request missing invoices.
- Perform all duties of cashiering including weekly audits for all outlets.
- Complete all AR duties including audits and reconciliations.
- Daily deposits, cash reconciliations, and POS/Yardi reconciliations.
- Provide timely and effective customer service both internally and externally regarding all accounting concerns.
- Additional accounting duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our Guests
- You will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests, and anticipating their unique needs to exceed their expectations.
- You will consistently deliver our GUEST model:
- Greet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile
- Use eye and ear contact and the guest's name
- Establish/anticipate needs
- Solve and own all requests/complaints
- Thank everyone
- Build solid relationships with your Colleagues:
- Treat colleagues with respect and dignity.
- Accounting interacts with every department and must always professionally conduct themselves.
Qualifications and Skills A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.
- Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.
- Strong communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time for training and safety purposes, and when interacting with guests and associates.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting.
- Appropriate professional appearance and demeanor always.
- Four years of college education in a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum two years of experience in a similar accounting position.
- Must demonstrate strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of Micros, Opera, Yardi and CIA, and other accounting databases is a plus.
- Accounts Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, practices and procedures.
- Ability to proactively communicate and work effectively with internal customers, other accounting staff members, and external vendors.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills are essential.
- Understanding of USALI standards would be a plus.
- Candidate must be comfortable with making and receiving customer calls.
Additional Job Information/Anticipated Pay Range Company Overview Sonesta Welcome to Sonesta. These three simple words could open up a whole new world to you. Each of the hotels and resorts in the Sonesta Collection provides a unique experience unrivalled in the hotel industry. Sprung from the classic hoteliers of the mid-20th century, Sonesta enjoys a rich history celebrating over 75 years in hospitality. We offer a diverse and distinctive portfolio of nearly 60 properties across three continents, each providing an authentic visit delightfully reflecting the culture and personality of its destination. We aspire to greet every Sonesta guest with a spirit of warmth and welcome, proudly exceeding our guests' expectations. Those aspirations extend deep into the heart of our hotels - right into the lives of our employees. In fact, we consider ourselves more than a hotel management company - we're a member of the communities we serve. At our core, we celebrate the individuality of everyone who walks through our doors. For our employees, that means we ensure they develop the skills and tools they need to do their job and exceed even their own expectations. We invite you to discover what you have been missing at Sonesta. Join us - we can't wait to meet you! We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law. The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.
Benefits Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
- 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
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.