Front Office Night Auditor

The-Victus-Group,-Inc; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Front Office Night Auditor to manage guest check-ins/outs, process payments in the PMS, and maintain accurate room assignment records.

The role involves varying shifts at hotel facilities, with a focus on high-quality guest service, safety protocols, and effective communication with housekeeping and maintenance teams. Previous hospitality experience is advantageous, and strong MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous hospitality experience is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office and front desk software.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights.

Responsibilities

• Register arriving guests, assign rooms, and check guests out at end of stay.
• Explain charges and process payments using the PMS and collect payments.
• Maintain records of room assignments and guest information in the system.
• Deliver basic necessities to guestrooms when needed and coordinate with housekeeping.
• Perform duties with courtesy, professionalism, and safety awareness.
• Balance cash drawers and handle transactions per brand standards.
• Assist in front desk operations and basic supervisory tasks as assigned.

Skills

Staff management

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: FRONT OFFICE NIGHT AUDITORUSUAL TIME OF WORK SHIFT: Varies with facility needs. Full-time or part time positions, variable hours per week.BREAKS: Two breaks, and one ½ hour lunch, depending on shift.OVERTIME: As necessaryMACHINES USED: Office machines, tools, and equipment, i.e. desktop or laptop computer, fax, copier, printer, shredder, credit card reader, company vehicle (automatic transmission equipped).TOOLS USED: General clerical office tools and equipment, cell phone, calculator, etc.ASSISTIVE DEVICES: Wheeled pushcarts, luggage carts, dollies, raingear, etc.SAFETY CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT: Company uniform only, consisting of dress or casual shirt, pantsSKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED: Speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace. Previous experience in staff management; Bilingual a plus.DESCRIPTION OF WORKPLACE/WORKSTATION:The work takes place at a variety of office locations within a hotel facility. The surfaces at the office locations are level, carpeted, tiled, or have wood flooring. All of the work locations are well-lit and temperature controlled. The Front Office Night Auditor may be exposed for limited periods of time to various weather conditions when ambulating from parking lot to office areas, building to building or other outdoor areas. The position may require the operation of a motor vehicle, as assigned.DESCRIPTION OF JOB TASKS/PURPOSE:The Front Office Night Auditor performs a variety of services for guests. Primarily, he/she registers arriving guests, assigns rooms, and checks guests out at the end of their stay. The Front Office Night Auditor also keep records of room assignments and other registration information in a computer database. When guests check out, the Front Office Night Auditor prepares and explains the charges, as well as processes payments. He/She represents the establishment, and attitude and behavior greatly influence the public’s impression of the establishment. When answering questions about services, check out times, the local community, or other matters of public interest, the Front Office Night Auditor must be courteous and helpful. Should guests report problems with their rooms, the Associate contacts members of the housekeeping or maintenance staff in order to correct them. When necessary, the Associate will deliver basic necessities (i.e., toiletries) to guests if no other staff member is available. The Front Office Night Auditor is responsible for performing most major managerial decisions. (With proper authorization.) Depending on the property, additional supervisory responsibilities may include: Front Office Operations, Information and Services; basic bookkeeping; Advance Reservation Agent; cashier; and telephone multiline operation.Major Job Functions:1. The Front Office Night Auditor closes out daily shift, and completes the day’s necessary documentation. Opens the next day’s shift including any documentation preparation. Provides the highest quality of service to the customers at all times.2. Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome.3. Utilize guest's names in interactions whenever possible.4. Promptly respond to all guest-related concerns including but not limited to complaints and special requests.5. Have a thorough knowledge of emergency and security procedures.6. Know how to clean guestrooms to standards.7. Know how to perform basic routine maintenance as well as how to properly operate all mechanical units within the guestroom.8. Know how to operate all laundry equipment.9. Keep maintenance personnel informed of all maintenance needs.10. Proper uniform attire must be worn at all times in accordance with the Company and your hotel's brand standards.11. Personal cleanliness and neat appearance are required. Shoes must be low heeled and have heels and toes closed.12. Practice safety standards at all times.13. Be able to move miscellaneous items weighing up to 40 lbs. Please inform property management if you are unable to meet this requirement so they can determine if a reasonable accommodation can be made.14. Associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.15. Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may from time to time be established by The Victus Group is essential to the successful performance of this position.16. Check guests in and out in an efficient and friendly manner.17. Post guest changes and compute guest bill using the brand specific PMS. Collect payment and make change for hotel guests following all cash handling procedures as required by Company standards.18. Promote the hotel’s marketing programs.19. Track business via the recording of appropriate corporate/leisure information within the PMS system.20. Maintain a positive, interactive relationship with any property-based sales personnel.21. Handle guest mail and messages per established procedures.22. Develop a thorough knowledge of hotel staff, room locations, room rates, amenities and selling strategies. May assist in parking lot guest activities23. Take reservation requests efficiently.24. Answer switchboard in accordance with standards of proper telephone etiquette.25. Block rooms and handle special requests.26. Monitor room availability.27. Handle safe deposits by guests per established procedures.28. Keep lobby and guest areas clean and presentable.29. Offer and properly handle wake-up calls.30. Open and close shift; make cash drops.31. Ensure all credit cards, cash, and change fund are balanced throughout each shift.32. Ensure we have appropriate signatures/authorization prior to processing any credit card transactions.33. Monitor the intake of currency to protect against counterfeit bills.34. Inform management of any guest or systems related complaints or problems.35. Communicate with incoming staff and management by logging pertinent information in the front desk log.36. Pass on guest lost and found inquiries to management.37. Monitor and maintain an adequate amount of office supplies such as folio paper, registration slips, and pens to ensure smooth and continuous operations.38. Develop and maintain a working knowledge of local attractions, restaurants, and area business.39. Develop and maintain a basic knowledge of major interstates and other roadways to assist in offering directions.40. Send and receive facsimiles for guests.41. Other duties deemed necessary by management that are within the associate’s abilities.42. Must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving recordAssociate must adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the company including, but not limited to, those contained in the Associate handbook.Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned, of which the associate is capable.This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program used to verify employment eligibility for new hires. As part of E-Verify, we will check your employment eligibility by comparing the information you provide on Form I-9 with records of the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or Department of Homeland Security (DHS). You have the right to know if your employer uses E-Verify and to be informed if your E-Verify case results in a tentative nonconfirmation (mismatch). You also have the opportunity to take action to resolve a mismatch. You can start and continue working while resolving a mismatch.High school qualification or equivalent.Previous hospitality experience would be advantageous.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational, multitasking and problem solving skillsWell-presented and professional appearance.Competency with Microsoft Office.Ability to learn on the job.Excellent customer service skills.Ability to work primarily alone and occassionally as a team