Accounting Manager

The Whit Hotel; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

The Wit Hotel in Chicago, IL is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the hotel's accounting department and ensure financial accuracy across operations.

You will manage day-to-day accounting functions including revenue reporting, cash handling, labor reporting, A/P review, and supervise A/R processes.

Qualifications

• College degree, preferably accounting concentration.
• 3 years of working in an accounting background, preferably in hospitality.
• 3 or more years of supervising accounting staff.
• [Demonstrated technical, operational, sales, or functional expertise]
• Knowledge of Hilton Onq, Micros Symphony, M3, Birchstreet, and Ottimate procurement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with accounting staff and hotel staff verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily revenue report and reconciliation along with cash handling.
• Manage the daily credit card reconciliations to Freedom pay and cash management in Evention.
• Tracking and follow-up open checks and cashier over/shorts.
• Prepare daily labor reporting and tracking.
• Supervise the A/R processes and management of house accounts and group masters.
• Supervise a staff of 2 for A/R on daily activities.
• Delegates task and training of accounting and hotel operational staff in the Room's department and F&B.
• Assist in the month-end close process - journal preparation for posting.
• Monthly reconciliation of asset and liability GL accounts and ledgers.
• Review GLs with departments and assist in preparation of the monthly P&L statement.
• Lead the weekly credit meeting.
• Lead and train the accounting staff.
• Active member of hotel's lobby lizard and MOD program.

Skills

Staff supervision

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Hilton Onq

Micros Symphony

M3

Birchstreet

Ottimate

Job description

Accounting Manager

The Wit Hotel (A Hilton Franchise) - ECD Dreamweaver Property Chicago, IL 60601

Department

Accounting Department

Reports To

Director of Finance

Employment Status

Full Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Compensation

Annual salary of $68-$72K.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Position Summary

The accounting manager oversees the hotel's accounting department and ensures financial accuracy and integrity across all operations. Duties to include managing the "Day to Day" accounting functions to include - Daily revenue reporting, cash handling, labor reporting, A/P review, and supervision of the A/R processes.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Function / Revenue Generation & Strategy

• Prepare daily revenue report and reconciliation along with cash handling.
• Manage the daily credit card reconciliations to Freedom pay and cash management in Evention.
• Tracking and follow-up open checks and cashier over/shorts.
• Prepare daily labor reporting and tracking.

Secondary Function / Operations & Execution

• Supervise the A/R processes and management of house accounts and group masters.
• Supervise a staff of 2 for A/R on daily activities.
• Delegates task and training of accounting and hotel operational staff in the Room's department and F&B.

Financial & Operational Management

• Assist in the month-end close process - journal preparation for posting.
• Monthly reconciliation of asset and liability GL accounts and ledgers.
• Review GLs with departments and assist in preparation of the monthly P&L statement.

Team Leadership

• Provide assistance to the Director of finance of problem solving of "Day to Day" operations.
• Lead the weekly credit meeting.
• Lead and train the accounting staff.
• Active member of hotel's lobby lizard and MOD program.

Brand, Systems & Compliance

• Working Knowledge of Hilton websites and Brand Standards and portals and Learning University.
• Knowledge of Ottimate, M3, and Birchstreet.
• Responsibility 3: Begin with an action verb and describe the expected outcome]

Qualifications

Required

• College degree, preferably accounting concentration.
• 3 years of working in an accounting background, preferably in hospitality.
• 3 or more years of supervising accounting staff.
• [Demonstrated technical, operational, sales, or functional expertise]
• Knowledge of Hilton Onq, Micros Symphony, M3, Birchstreet, and Ottimate procurement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with accounting staff and hotel staff verbally and written.

Preferred

• 3 or more years working for a Hilton Brand property with a 4-year degree in accounting.

Core Competencies

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical
• Detailed oriented and organized.
• Hospitable and customer focused external and internal guest
• Good Communicator
• Team leader and player.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Safety conscious in the work environment
• Able to lift 30-40 pounds.
• Able to work occasionally weekends or holidays if needed outside regular Mon-Friday.
• Motivated and able to accept constructive criticism and.

Compensation

• Salary range of position based off experience from $68k - $72k.
• Position is part of the Hotel's incentive plan to max out at 15% of base salary based off Keep components with GOP being the gatekeeper.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Offerings may include:

• Medical plan options
• Dental plan options
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary long-term disability coverage
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• [Brand travel discounts or employee rates]
• Career growth and training opportunities
• Wellness programs and employee appreciation events

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on employment status and applicable plan terms. Detailed plan information and enrollment instructions will be provided during onboarding or upon request. This summary is subject to change based on applicable law, plan provisions, and company policy.

E-Verify Participation

ECD Dreamweaver/The Wit Hotel participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees. [Remove or revise this section if not applicable.]

Equal Employment Opportunity

ECD Dreamweaver/The Wit Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.