Bookkeeper

Migis-Hotel-Group; Westbrook (ME); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401k

Discounted stays

Food & beverage discounts

Job summary

Migis Hotel Group in Portland, ME is seeking a capable bookkeeper to join our Corporate Office team. You will support multiple client properties with accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and clear communication across departments.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and proficiency with M3 Accounting Core and QuickBooks. An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping/financial recordkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with USALI is a plus.
• Experience with M3 Accounting Core and QuickBooks.
• Proficiency with Excel and general office software.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping operations for assigned properties using M3 and/or QuickBooks.
• Prepare, record, and verify journal entries with proper debits/credits.
• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations to maintain accuracy.
• Review accounts payable entries for accuracy and budgeting alignment.
• Maintain month-end close processes and produce timely financial reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting/finance degree

Tools

M3 Accounting Core

QuickBooks

Job description

Bookkeeper

MigisHotel Group - Portland, ME

Migis Hotel Group, a nimble, creative Maine-based hospitality managementservices company, is seeking a bookkeeper to join our Corporate Office team. The ideal candidate will have experience using cloud-based accounting software, strong analytical and communication skills, and an interest in supportingmultiple client properties as part of a collaborative accounting team.

Thisrole can be completed in a hybrid setting. Bookkeepers work on average two daysper week at our office in Portland/Westbrook area.

Compensation: $24 - $27 perhour, depending on experience

Start date: ASAP

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: Health insurance, PTO, 401k, discounted stays and food &beverage at affiliated properties

Experience: 2+ years’ experience working with bookkeeping/financial recordkeeping

Education: associate or bachelor’sdegree in accounting or finance strongly preferred

ABOUT MIGIS HOTEL GROUP

MigisHotel Group is a small, Maine-based hospitality management services companylocated in Westbrook, Maine. We believe in cultivating a unique hospitalityexperience that's characterized by beautiful landscapes, comfortableaccommodations, and a tradition of spectacular service. We seek to be an exemplary leader in hospitality and foster engaging workplaces, experiences, and partnerships that allow our employees, guests, and partners to rest easy.

We believe that our employees are the foundation of our business, and we’recommitted to providing a safe, engaging, and empowering work experience. Werecognize and encourage creativity and leadership and operate with integrityand responsibility to our employees, guests, and partners.

Job Summary Description

Responsible for delivering effective financial controlsand accurate, timely financial reporting for assigned client properties whileusing MHG resources efficiently and supporting the target profitability ofeach client engagement. This position maintains appropriate internalcontrols, ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and localregulations, and safeguards client assets.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Manage daily bookkeeping operations forassigned properties using M3 and/or QuickBooks.
• Maintain organized accounting records andensure all entries in the accounting software are supported by complete andaccurate documentation.
• Prepare, record, and verify journal entries, ensuring proper debits and credits in accordance with GAAP.
• Cultivate clear, collaborative, andapproachable communication across departments, coordinating regularly withgeneral managers to support personnel at assigned properties.
• Review and verify revenue for accuracy andcompleteness.
• Perform timely bank and general ledgerreconciliations to maintain accurate financial data.
• Review accounts payable entries submitted byproperty managers for accuracy, proper account coding, and alignment withbudgets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and company policies; communicate neededcorrections and maintain supporting schedules.
• Prepare and report the weekly accounts payableand cash position for assigned properties.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations andaccount analysis, investigating discrepancies and resolving issuesefficiently.
• Maintain the month-end close process,including recording accruals, ensuring all revenues and expenses are recordedin the appropriate month, and producing timely and accurate month-endfinancial reports tied to supporting schedules.
• Compile, calculate, reconcile, and file salesand use tax returns and 1099s accurately and on time, in accordance withapplicable state, county, and city requirements.
• Set up and maintain vendor records, verify W-9information, and maintain current certificates of insurance for vendors.
• Assist the Director of Accounting and businesspartners with client requests, reporting needs, and other accountingpriorities.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accountingor finance strongly preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with USALI is aplus
• Experience with M3 Accounting Core andQuickBooks, or similar accounting platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Officeapplications, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communicationskills
• Critical-thinking skills, including theability to anticipate the potential consequences and implications of actions
• Resourcefulness in finding answers oridentifying the appropriate person to provide them
• Flexibility in using different reportingmethods to produce consistent, comparable information
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently while alsocollaborating effectively as part of a team

DISCLAIMER

The statements above describe thegeneral nature and level of work performed by employees in this position.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,duties, and skills required of employees in this position. Employees may be askedto perform duties outside their usual responsibilities from time to time, asneeded.