Charlestowne Hotels is a full-service hospitality management company offering innovative, yet proven, expertise in hotel development, operational controls, marketing and revenue management, and financial reporting.Charlestowne Hotels has become one of the most successful firms in the hospitality industry and one of the largest hotel management companies in the Southeast. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, with principals employing more than 100 years of cumulative experience in the hospitality industry, the company has consistently demonstrated an earnest commitment to its guests, employees, owners and community.
We are currently seeking a Senior Financial Reporting Manager to support the day-to-day accounting operations of their assigned properties.This position will report to the Corporate Controller.
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform month end closing to include preparation and/or review of monthly financial statements, reconciliations and creation of applicable work papers and schedules
- Perform administrative tasks of related to properties including correspondence, license application/renewals, tracking/payment of property taxes and other administrative tasks as they arise
- Review sales tax or accommodation tax returns for properties
- Enter journal entries into accounting systems as necessary
- Monitor bank account balances and weekly payables/check runs
- Assist the accounting department employees as needed or any other assigned duty deemed necessary by supervisor
- Assist with managing system software applications during transitions and initial set-up
- Assist with license application/renewals and tax requirements for the property
- Ensure that the properties adhere to the regulatory and in-house standards and best practices
- Collaborate with Revenue and Operation teams when properties transition to a new POS
- Assist properties with changes to credit card merchant services
- Provide accounting support to properties by answering questions and resolving concerns
- Serve as a liaison to external auditors
- Monitor bank account balances and weekly payables/check runs
- Backup other accountants when necessary
- Miscellaneous tasks that may include scanning, copying, filing and/or storing accounting related document
- Handle special projects as requested by management
- Respond to requests for information from properties and related parties in a timely manner
Required Qualifications:
- College degree
- Understanding of accounting
- Previous financial reporting experience
- Previous experience in hospitality corporate accounting
- Strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and Word
- Ability to multi-task, problem-solve and think logically in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Ability to communicate effectively with personnel and customers at all discipline levels, both written and verbal
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Able to work as a team player in a deadline driven environment with accuracy and organization
- Maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers and public
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with M3 Accounting System
- Experience with QuickBooks
Job Requirements:
- Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit
- Ability to maintain strong levels of business etiquette, especially in highly confidential and sensitive interactions
- Ability to exercise good and cautious judgment and effectively interface with all types of people diplomatically
- Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English required
- Must have excellent listening skills
- Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills with strong attention to detail required
- Must be adaptable and flexible to change and remain calm and professional at all times
Charlestowne Hotels offers competitive compensation and benefits!Charlestowne Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer, uses Everify, and conducts pre-employment background screenings.