Night Auditor

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore Hotel is seeking a Night Auditor to balance room, restaurant, and bar revenues daily. The role includes posting and balancing charges, maintaining files, and resetting systems for the next day.

When needed, you will also work as a front desk agent during shifts. The position requires knowledge of accounting operations, strong numerical ability, and excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting operations including accounts receivable/payable.
• Basic mathematical skills and ability to operate a 10-key by touch.
• Ability to effectively deal with guest and employee concerns in a friendly and positive manner.
• Ability to input information using a moderately complex computer.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English with clear telephone etiquette.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Balance daily revenue and settlements for room, restaurant, and bars.
• Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts and balance accounts nightly.
• Perform front desk duties during shift as needed.
• Prepare and audit reports and correct discrepancies in front desk systems.
• Maintain files and reset systems for next-day operations.
• Adhere to all hotel policies, safety and security procedures.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

10-key by touch

Customer service

Computer skills

English proficiency

Empathy

Job description

Westmont Hospitality Group

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore Hotel

Night Auditor

Job Description

Position: Night Auditor

Hotel: Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport

Department: Front Desk

Reports to: Rooms Director/Front Office Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Balance room, restaurant, and bar daily work. Post and balance charges and settlements in a timely and efficient manner. Maintain files and reset the systems for next-day operations. Also works as a front desk agent during a shift as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

• Prepare daily Restaurant Revenue Report data by auditing Micros tapes/journals to break down revenue, covers, server tips paid out, and settlements by type and cashier.
• Run audit reports/journals.
• Make corrections and adjustments and handle all computer problems that might occur throughout the shift.
• Input onto the PC revenue/expenses/allowances to generate the daily reports such as the Guest Ledger Summary and the Daily Restaurant Summary.
• Balance all revenue and settlement accounts nightly, maintain files, and reset the system for next-day operations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities asked by the Controller and the Assistant Controller based upon department needs.
• Ensure all reports and backup vouchers are complete and filed properly.
• Ensure all necessary copies of documents/back-up and reports of daily work are distributed to the proper person (i.e., A/R, A/P, and Payroll).
• Review and correct discrepancies in the Front Desk System.
• Coordinate with the front desk and restaurants/bars closing to facilitate a smooth operation of file maintenance and reset of system totals for next-day operations.
• Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to understand requests, respond with appropriate action, and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
• Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, and confirming pertinent information including the number of guests and room rate. Make an appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys, certificates, and coupons as appropriate. Requires continual standing and movement throughout front office areas.
• Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash; make change and balance as assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travelers’ checks, and other forms of payment. Perform accurate, moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
• Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear English communication. Input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages, and facsimiles for customers as requested.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor/manager.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage, or loss to supervisor/manager.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Assists other Front Desk Personnel when needed.
• Perform any related duties as requested by the supervisor/manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The Hotel may consider an equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities cited below, when applicable

• Knowledge of accounting operations to include all aspects such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills and ability to operate a 10-key by touch.
• Ability to effectively deal with guest and employee concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer, and providing positive and proactive solutions.
• Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to understand and communicate with employees and guests. Must have excellent telephone etiquette skills.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and move throughout the front office and continuously perform essential job functions.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds maximum.
• Occasional twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking.
• Frequent talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet Disabilities

Source: Hospitality Online