Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia - Staff Accountant-Field

Aimbridge Hospitality; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia is seeking a detail‑oriented finance clerk to support daily cash handling, accounting entries, and reporting. You will ensure accuracy in postings, reconcile figures, and assist with period‑end close procedures in a guest‑focused luxury setting in Arcadia, CA.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year related experience, strong computer skills, and excellent communication in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; at least 1 year of related work experience requested.
• Demonstrates strong computer skills, arithmetic ability, and quick learning.
• Proficient in English; communicates clearly and professionally with guests and colleagues.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office systems and tools.
• Ability to answer phones with proper etiquette and coordinate with departments.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to policies in the Aimbridge Employee Handbook.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and guest data.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Check figures for accuracy and proper codes in postings and documents.
• Organize and maintain files and records following retention policies.
• Prepare and distribute financial and payroll reports as required.
• Record, store, and analyze information using property software.
• Handle and secure cash and cash equivalents per cash handling procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Telephone etiquette

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures. Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information. Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers. Prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables. Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified. Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures. Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved. Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees. Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances. Prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year of related work experience required.
• No supervisory experience is required.
• Demonstrates strong computer skills, arithmetic computation, and learning skills.
• Proficient in speaking English and communicating to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Comfortable with using Microsoft Office systems and tools.
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to the policies outlined in the Aimbridge Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with general managers, property accountants/controllers, associates and other departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other associates and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Handle sensitive issues with associates and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files and records in accordance with document retention and confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Record, store, and/or analyze information using property software.
• Control and secure cash and cash equivalents for property according to cash handling policy and procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data.
• Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.
• Code documents according to company policies and procedures.
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.
• Generate finance/accounting reports from computer system as needed.
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Audit statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.
• Prepare, review, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures.
• Transfer direct billing accounts from guest ledger to Accounts Receivable and file according to company policies and procedures.
• Review group master bills for accuracy.
• Audit cashier banks periodically according to SOPs.
• Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances according to SOPs.
• Maintain a safe fund to meet the cash operational needs of the property.
• Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees.
• Prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts.
• Maintain, distribute, and record all petty cash according to SOPs.

Property Information

Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia provides a sophisticated, design-forward workplace inspired by global culture and mid‑century elegance. Located in the center of Arcadia near the Santa Anita Racetrack, the hotel features 233 thoughtfully designed rooms and more than 14,000 square feet of stylish event space. Team members support elevated guest experiences through curated art installations, refined culinary offerings at Longitude 118, and a high‑touch service approach. It’s an engaging environment for staff who enjoy working in a contemporary, culturally inspired luxury setting.

Application deadline for Colorado positions: 9/14/26