Night Auditor - Temporary

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 15,153 - 19,286; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a part-time night auditor in Athens to perform end-of-day closing, audit daily transactions, run reports, verify payments, and prepare the daily shift worksheet.

You will serve as manager on duty, handle guest services including check-in/check-out and reservations, answer calls, and support safety procedures while attending meetings and trainings as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; high school and college coursework in hospitality preferred.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Outstanding customer service and professional communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Detail oriented, with strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Audit daily front desk transactions: run reports, verify payment types, make corrections, and complete end‑of‑day reports (65%)
• Serve as manager on duty: implement safety and security procedures, contact upper management, and handle guest requests and emergencies (20%)
• Perform guest services: check‑in, check‑out, reservations, telephone, and folio posting (10%)
• Participate in departmental meetings, training sessions, and other duties as assigned (5%)

Skills

Customer service

Professional communication

Computer proficiency

Detail oriented

Time management

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; hospitality coursework preferred

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Position Summary

The part‑time night auditor will perform an audit of the business day’s transactions. Duties include running all daily reports and checking for accuracy, auditing all payment types, completing all end‑of‑day reports, rolling the date to the next business day, checking in and checking out guests, making and confirming reservations, answering all telephone calls and responding to guest requests, serving as manager on duty, entering maintenance work orders, preparing the daily shift report, and attending meetings and training sessions. The night auditor will also learn the hotel’s fire, health, and safety regulations and be ready to implement these policies and procedures when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit daily front desk transactions: run reports, verify payment types, make corrections, and complete end‑of‑day reports (65%)
• Serve as manager on duty: implement safety and security procedures, contact upper management, and handle guest requests and emergencies (20%)
• Perform guest services: check‑in, check‑out, reservations, telephone, and folio posting (10%)
• Participate in departmental meetings, training sessions, and other duties as assigned (5%)

Employment Details

Type: Temporary employee. Schedule: Part‑time, maximum 16 hours per week (shift 11 pm–7 am). Hours are not guaranteed; may vary week to week and include weekends and holidays. Location: Athens Area. Start Date: 05/27/2021. Salary: $11.00 to $14.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; high school and college coursework in hospitality preferred.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Outstanding customer service and professional communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Detail oriented, with strong time‑management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

Stand or sit at a desk for extended periods, use computer and/or phone, walk and climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.

Trust and Financial Responsibilities

Position is a trust position and has access to, control of, or operation of financial resources.

Background Investigation

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check and verification of credentials and employment history. A satisfactory credit check may be required, and a pre‑employment drug test may be required for high‑risk responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Georgia is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations for accessibility of materials related to this search may contact Central HR ([e-mail]).