Accounts Payable

Avion Hospitality; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Avion Hospitality in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Accountant to manage daily operations, AP/AR, month-end close, and financial reporting for the hotel. The role requires accuracy and GAAP expertise in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

You will collaborate with multi-department teams, ensure internal controls, support audits, and assist budgeting and forecasting. A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance is often preferred, with proficiency in accounting software and Excel.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting software and general ledger systems.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and accurate.
• Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Record and balance daily revenues from front office, food & beverage, and other departments; roll the date after auditing transactions.
• Process invoices, manage vendor payments, track guest billing, follow up on late payments, and reconcile aging reports.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and assist in preparing financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet).
• Prepare reports, analyze accounts, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist with internal/external audits, provide documentation, and ensure adherence to financial regulations and hotel policies.
• Review payroll entries by department to insure proper posting.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures.

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Detail-oriented

General ledger

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

ERP/GL systems

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Operations: Record and balance daily revenues from front office, food & beverage, and other departments; roll the date after auditing transactions.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable (A/P & A/R): Process invoices, manage vendor payments, track guest billing, follow up on late payments, and reconcile aging reports.
• Month-End Close: Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and assist in preparing financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet).
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare reports, analyze accounts, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support budgeting and forecasting.
• Audits & Compliance: Assist with internal/external audits, provide documentation, and ensure adherence to financial regulations and hotel policies.
• Payroll: Review payroll entries by department to insure proper posting.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting software and general ledger systems.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and accurate.
• Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding hotel environment.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance often preferred.