Night Auditor

Arbor Lodging; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hotel management is seeking a Night Auditor to ensure accurate financial reporting and provide exceptional service during overnight shifts. This role involves overseeing the audit process, managing guest transactions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, have a solid understanding of accounting principles, and be able to handle front office operations efficiently. Join a company that values integrity, accountability, and diversity in a supportive work environment where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Review with Increase Potential

401k Program with Company Match

Additional Benefits Available

Qualifications

• 1+ years of front desk experience in a hotel environment.
• Understanding of auditing and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overnight audit process and accounting functions.
• Check front office records for accuracy and summarize financials.
• Respond to guest needs and manage check-ins and check-outs.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Cash Handling

Auditing Principles

Front Office Equipment Operation

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Arbor Lodging is a leading hotel investment and management company with a growing portfolio of hotels throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. We have been entrusted by numerous partners and are approved managers for Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Our service ethos is proactive and holistic, fostering an environment where guests feel truly welcomed and supported at every interaction. Our culture is people-focused, data-driven, and results-oriented.

Summary:

The Night Auditor is responsible for the overnight audit process and accounting functions such as daily reporting of revenues and accounts payables, transaction audits and verifications, and preparation of final statements for the next day's check-outs. They may also perform reception duties for late-night guests.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Check front office accounting records for accuracy and summarize information for the hotel's financial records.
• Track room revenue, occupancy percentages, and other front office operating statistics.
• Prepare a summary of cash, check, and credit card activities reflecting the hotel's financial performance for the day.
• Post room charges and room taxes to guest accounts including guest transactions not posted during the day by the front office cashier.
• Process guest charges voucher and credit card vouchers.
• Transfer charges and deposits to master accounts.
• Check to see that all charges are assigned to the appropriate departments.
• Verify that all transactions performed at the front desk are supported by documentary evidence and signatures.
• Print and file reservations for the next business day.
• Monitor the current status of coupon, discount, and other promotional programs.
• Perform check-ins and check-outs as well as wake-up calls.
• Summarize results of operations for management.
• Balance the day's charges, making corrections as necessary.
• Respond to guest needs, special requests, and complaints.
• Additional tasks may be assigned at any given time.

Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of hotel front desk experience.
• Understand basic principles of auditing, balancing, and closing out accounts.
• Know how to operate front office equipment.
• Experience handling cash, accounting procedures, and general administrative tasks.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Annual review with increase potential.
• 401k program with company match.
• Additional benefits may be available.

Arbor's Guiding Principles:

• Do the Right Thing - Operate and act with integrity in all you do even when it is not convenient.
• Lead with Heart - Be kind, passionate and hospitable.
• Be Accountable - Take ownership and deliver results.
• Aim Higher - Go above and beyond to exceed expectations and pursue thoughtful change.
• Celebrate Differences - Embrace diversity; respect individual opinions and ideas.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Arbor Lodging Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arbor Lodging Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.