Accounting Manager

The Hotel at Avalon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Hotel discounts

YouDecide discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts seeks a seasoned finance professional to assist the Director of Finance at the Austin property. You will manage accounting functions, safeguard assets, and prepare financial reports in line with GAAP and HEI standards.

You will supervise scheduling, budgeting, A/R, and balance sheet reconciliations, and mentor accounting staff. Strong Excel skills and hospitality finance knowledge are essential. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Accounting.
• One year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting.
• Knowledge of Hotel Financial Statements and reconciliation of A/L accounts.
• Analytical approach with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong administrative and managerial abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Finance in directing financial activities and preparing reports per GAAP and HEI standards.
• Perform accounting functions and monitor controllable department expenditures.
• Schedule and supervise accounting staff, including Night Audit.
• Plan staffing levels to match business needs and guests.
• Produce financial statements and ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable, cash flow, and credit card processing.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and address issues with Finance Director.
• Identify and train management candidates; ensure attendance and reliability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Administrative skills

Managerial skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Counseling abilities

Adapt communication style

Education

B.S. in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

About Us The beautiful Doubletree by Hilton Austin will turn 40 years old this year, but with a new renovation, she is looking better than ever. The charming property, with its Spanish Colonial design and contemporary decor, makes it a great place for guests and associates looking for an upscale work experience. We pride ourselves and creating a fun, but professional work environment with a culture of recognition, support, and respect. For many years we have maintained excellent associate feedback ratings and over 20% of our team members have 10 or more years with us. Managed by HEI Hospitality, we offer an exceptional benefit package including a robust and flexible paid time off plan available to you after only 90 days. We have a choice of 4 prominent healthcare plans with options to meet anyone’s needs and are available to you the first of the month after you start. We maintain an industry-leading 401K plan with a generous employer match of 4% on every 5% you contribute with no vesting period.

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

• Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No
• Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

• Assist Director of Finance in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards.

Financial Management

• Perform all accounting functions in the event assistance is needed.
• Effectively schedule, monitor, and evaluate controllable departmental expenditures to stay within the restraints of the established budget through: labor management and purchasing control systems.
• Establish and monitor scheduling of all accounting associates, including Night Audit.
• Schedule personnel consistent with the volume of business and needs.
• Effectively plan in order to meet demands of both guests and staff.

Accounting Practices, Procedures, and Policies

• Assist in Producing Financial Statements within designated time frame for preliminary distribution to hotel management and to meet HEI Corporate requirements.
• Verify compliance with Finance SOP manual.
• Participate in and critique asset inventories.
• Maintain records storage area in compliance with record retention requirements of relevant government agencies.
• Preparation and knowledge of sales tax returns, as well as any other applicable tax liabilities.

Accounts Receivable and Cash Flow

• Manage and oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collection calls as needed.
• Ensure the A/R aging percentages are in compliance with SOP.
• Verify credit cards are processed every night-by-night audit.
• Verify cash deposits are made timely.

  Balance Sheet Reconciliation

  • Assist Director of Finance with the Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts each period.
  • Review any problem accounts with Director of Finance and adjust entries to the general ledger.

  Management of Department

  • Identify, screen, and attract management candidates from outside the company.
  • Train associates in job responsibilities.
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

  Qualifications and Skills

  • Education and Experience: B.S. in Accounting
  • One year experience in Hotel or Hospitality related Finance and Accounting
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Hotel Financial Statements and reconciliation of A and L accounts.
  • Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy.
  • Sound administrative and managerial skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills
  • Have proficient training, coaching, and counseling abilities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

  Benefits

  HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

  • Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
  • Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs.
  • Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
  • Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds.
  • Discounts through 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.

  Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

  HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer.

  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

  We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.