Accounting Manager

Sage Hospitality Group; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lodge at Sonoma by Sage Hospitality Group is seeking an accounting-oriented professional to supervise and coordinate hotel accounting operations in Sonoma, CA. You will help compile, review, reconcile, and analyze entries to facilitate the bookkeeping function and support payroll, AR/AP, and other financial statements.

You will be encouraged to propose changes to SOPs, strengthen internal controls, and report on procedures.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of employment in related accounting position.
• Experience with hospitality accounting is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Train, direct the work, and supervise accounting staff.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile daily postings and ledger entries.
• Back-end support for period-end data and cost analysis.
• Assist with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Review internal control procedures across Food & Beverage, Cashiering, and Room Operations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

Payroll processing

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Why us?

Nestled in the heart of Sonoma and mere steps from the unique charm and history of its Plaza, The Lodge brings this enchanting town to life in an authentic and nuanced way. Hand-crafted touches pay homage to centuries of local craftspeople. Programming emphasizes the process, resulting in a deeper appreciation for the finished product be it wine, art, or olive oil. Welcoming associates display pride and love for the region a sentiment that is all but infectious. And tightly woven community connections ensure our Sonoma resort guests feel like locals, and locals feel like friends.

Job Overview

Assists with the supervision and coordination of the accounting operations in the hotel. Compiles, reviews, reconciles, prepares and analyzes entries to facilitate the bookkeeping function. Assists with the processing of financial statements and other reports to ensure accurate, timely information.

The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls. In some instances is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable). Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes and report SOP and procedural violations.

Responsibilities

• Train, direct the work, resolve problems and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.
• Prepare, review and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.
• Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls. Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required.
• May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food and beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.
• Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel. Areas included are Food and Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

A four-year college degree (Accounting preferred) or equivalent education/experience.

Experience

Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in related position with this company or other organizations.

Knowledge/Skills

• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.
• Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to train and deal with management, employees.
• Ability to read and comprehend reports, computer, ledgers etc.
• Limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.
• Limited bending/kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.
• Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing required. No climbing or driving required.

Environment

Work inside 100% of work period.

Salary

USD $80,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.