Accounting Clerk

Hersha Hospitality Management; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hersha Hospitality Management is seeking an Accounting Clerk to handle invoices, maintain financial records, and assist with credit processes in a dynamic hospitality environment. This role requires strong accounting skills, an ability to work with Excel, and offers opportunities for career growth within the company.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Travel Discounts

Employee Assistance and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Previous accounting experience or equivalent training required.
• Proficient in using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Verify, obtain approvals and pay invoices.
• Prepare cash discrepancy reports.
• Assist with credit-related activities.

Skills

Excel

Accounting principles

Education

High School diploma

Tools

PMS/accounting systems

Job description

Overview

Opportunity: Accounting Clerk

Verify, obtain approvals and pay invoices; bill and collect outstanding revenue in a timely, accurate manner in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.

Your Growth Path

Staff Accountant/Guest Service Agent – Regional Accountant – Controller

Your Focus

• Prepare cash discrepancy reports.
• Retrieve and process deposits in accordance with hotel standards.
• Maintain house bank and conduct transactions according to established processes and policies.
• Issue and redeem cashier banks and conduct audits as needed.
• Process petty cash receipts and reimbursements.
• Assist with credit-related activities, including processing of credit applications.
• Provide customers with accurate and timely invoices, statements, and schedules.
• Maintain an efficient collection process to include an organized filing and tracing system.
• Monitor guest ledger, advance deposit ledger and any other related ledgers to ensure proper internal control.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Practice safe work habits to ensure safety.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

• High School diploma required.
• Previous accounting experience or equivalent training required.
• Proficient in using Excel.
• Knowledge of PMS/accounting systems preferred.

HHM Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wages for full time and part time opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
• Educational/Professional Development
• Referral Bonus Program

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include occasionally working on holidays, weekends.
• Required to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, use hands and fingers to operate keyboard.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

About Us

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.

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