Night Auditor

Columbia Sussex; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Sussex in Arlington, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Night Auditor to join our hotel team. Responsibilities include balancing daily financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and providing front desk services during the night shift.

You will work overnight hours, ensure accurate records, and coordinate with departments to maintain smooth operations while delivering excellent guest service. The ideal candidate has strong numerical skills, prior front desk or auditing experience, and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; hospitality or accounting credentials are a plus.
• Experience in hotel front desk or auditing preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently during overnight hours.
• Proficiency with hotel management software and Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform nightly audit of financial transactions and prepare reports for management review.
• Balance and reconcile daily accounts, including guest folios, cash drawers, and credit card transactions.
• Provide front desk services during overnight hours (check-in/check-out, reservations, inquiries).
• Respond to guest requests and resolve issues or complaints.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with hotel policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor security and safety of the property during the night shift.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Hotel management software

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospitality or accounting certification

Tools

Hotel management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Night Auditor to join our team in Arlington, VA. The Night Auditor will be responsible for balancing and reconciling daily financial transactions, providing excellent customer service during overnight hours, and ensuring the smooth operation of the front desk during the night shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nightly audit of all hotel financial transactions and prepare reports for management review.
• Balance and reconcile daily accounts, including guest folios, cash drawers, and credit card transactions.
• Provide front desk services such as check-in/check-out, reservations, and guest inquiries during overnight hours.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests and resolve any issues or complaints.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with hotel policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Monitor security and safety of the property during the night shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in hospitality or accounting is a plus.
• Previous experience in hotel front desk or accounting/auditing preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently during overnight hours.
• Proficiency with hotel management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Work Schedule

This is a night shift position, typically from late evening to early morning hours.