Property Accountant

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolter Hospitality at Hyatt Place St Petersburg is seeking a Property Accountant to accurately process accounting reports and payroll for the hotel. You will handle the hotel accounting, including compiling, reviewing and reconciling entries on a daily basis.

Responsibilities include invoicing, payments, month-end accruals, bank reconciliations, and confidentiality of payroll records. At least a high school diploma or GED is required, with hospitality accounting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: A Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Accounting background and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with payroll and invoicing is desirable.

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.
• Assist in preparing accruals and journal entries at month end.
• Reconcile daily deposits and input payroll data.
• Input new hire, personnel changes and rate changes in the pay system.
• Maintain confidentiality and keep payroll records updated.

Skills

Accounting

Payroll processing

Hospitality industry knowledge

Microsoft Office

Vendor inquiries handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

M3

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hyatt Place St Petersburg - St Petersburg, FL 33701

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

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.

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

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.