Accounting Clerk

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Toronto is seeking an Accounting Clerk to manage cash handling, accounts receivable, and income auditing. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting or business, strong communication skills, and proficiency in relevant operating systems. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to financial accuracy and customer satisfaction in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounting, Night Audit, or Front Desk roles.
• Familiarity with operating systems like Opera & Micros POS.
• Ability to perform across General Cashier, Accounts Receivable, and Income Audit functions.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling daily cash submissions and preparing bank deposits.
• Handling billing, collections, and guest inquiries.
• Supporting income audit functions including revenue balancing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or business

Tools

Opera

Micros POS

Job description

Job Description: Accounting Clerk

Reporting to the Asst. Director of Finance, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for tasks in General Cashiering, Accounts Receivable, and Day Audit / Income Audit.

Responsibilities

1. General Cashiering: Reconciling daily cash submissions, preparing bank deposits, issuing due-backs, petty cash payments, preparing Over / Short Reports, float counts, etc.
2. Accounts Receivable / Credit Department: Handling duties related to billing, collections, and guest inquiries.
3. Day Audit / Income Audit: Supporting income audit functions including revenue balancing, reporting, and audit control.

Additional Duties

• Report all cash discrepancies to appropriate managers; significant discrepancies should be immediately reported to the Asst. DOF and DOF.
• Issue Daily Revenue Reports for Revenue, F&B, and Market Segments.

Customer Satisfaction

• Ensure all cash handlers have adequate change during shifts.
• Handle billing, collections, and guest inquiries promptly.

Process Improvement / Productivity

• Maintain organized work in General Cashier Office, Income Audit, and Accounts Receivable.
• Report problems or discrepancies to management.
• Follow all policies and procedures diligently.
• Work safely, prudently, and professionally, reflecting high company standards.

Requirements

Experience

• Experience in Accounting, Night Audit, or Front Desk roles.

Knowledge

• Familiarity with operating systems (Opera & Micros POS advantageous).
• Ability to perform across General Cashier, Accounts Receivable, and Income Audit functions.

Education

• Post-secondary education in accounting or business preferred.

Soft Skills

• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Language

• Proficient in English, both written and verbal.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods.