Property Accountant

Kolter Hospitality Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolter Hospitality in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking an hourly Property Accountant to accurately process accounting reports and payroll for a hotel team. The role involves reconciling entries, posting payments, and maintaining accounting systems.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, knowledge of hospitality practices, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Day shift and full-time hours offered.

Qualifications

• Education: A Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: Accounting background and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.
• Hours: Flexible shift scheduling available.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of property management and accounting systems.
• Ensure invoices are accurate, approved, processed timely and account coding is complete.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries.
• Post customer payments when appropriate.
• Prepare payroll reports and verify accuracy.
• Assist in reconciling bank and balance sheets.
• Prepare and submit petty cash reimbursements.

Skills

Accounting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale - Lauderdale, FL 33316, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $18.50 - $18.50 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Overview: A Kolter Hospitality Property Accountant delivers service excellence to the hotel team by accurately processing accounting reports and payroll. This position is responsible for the hotel accounting, including compiling, reviewing and reconciling entries.

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Performance Expectations:

• Maintain current knowledge of property management and accounting systems.
• Ensure invoices are accurate, approved, processed timely and account coding is complete.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries.
• Ensure purchasing policies are followed.
• Post customer payments when appropriate.
• Review A/R (guest ledger/city ledger) accounts to ensure appropriate postings and collections are timely. Reconcile and bill accounts.
• Verify accuracy of night audit work –input data into M3 for the daily report.
• Reconcile credit card back up and inform management of discrepancies.
• Set up new accounts in accordance with policy.
• Audit daily deposits.
• Assist in reconciling bank and balance sheets.
• Assist in preparing accruals and journal entries at month end.
• Prepare and submit petty cash reimbursements in accordance with accounting policies.
• Reconcile daily postings of cash and report daily overages/shortages.
• Input new hire, personnel changes and rate changes in the pay system.
• Maintain confidentiality and keep payroll records updated such as W-4, rates of pay, benefits, address, phone number, etc.
• Enter pay details including time clock records, tips, vacation, sick, etc.
• Prepare payroll reports and verify accuracy.
• Assist in administering wage garnishments.
• Adhere to hotel grooming standards.
• Follow all safety procedures while working.

Behavioral Expectations:

• Be effective and innovative in handling and solving problems in the workplace.
• Remain positive and helpful while keeping a steady pace.
• Committed to the success and growth of the company.
• Act honorably, even when no one is watching.
• Eagerness to grow and/or develop within the company
• Passionately provide personalized guest service

Qualifications: General Requirements:

• Education: A Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: Accounting background and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft office.
• Hours:Flexible shift scheduling available.

Physical Requirements:

• Mostly sedentary position.

Kolter Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 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.

Kolter Hospitality is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.