Staff Accountant

Hotel Saint Vincent; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

MML Discounts

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Job summary

Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations by maintaining accurate records, processing invoices and payments, and auditing transactions in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The role requires attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to balance accuracy with efficiency.

The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and collaborative, with responsibilities expanding to reporting, cost projections, administrative tasks,

Qualifications

• Two years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related experience preferred.
• Hotel or hospitality accounting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel or similar programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payments, and daily transaction audits accurately and on time.
• Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready accounts payable and receivable records.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies while protecting confidential financial information.
• Serve as a professional and responsive accounting contact for vendors and service providers.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully when resolving invoice, contract, and payment issues.
• Handle sensitive financial matters with discretion and sound judgment.
• Partner with hotel departments and the Accounting Support Team to ensure financial processes are followed.
• Obtain approvals and documentation needed for timely invoice processing, payments, and reporting.
• Support accounts receivable, administrative responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Excel

Communication

Analytical

Attention to detail

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hotel Saint Vincent Nola - New Orleans, LA 70130

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Hospitality - Hotel

About Hotel Saint Vincent

Located in a landmark 1861 building in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans, Hotel Saint Vincent is a 75-room hotel that honors the property’s storied history while delivering exceptional hospitality through thoughtful design, genuine service, and memorable guest experiences.

Our Leadership Tenets guide everything we do:

Own It | Lead with Respect | Win as One Team | Learn and Elevate | Leave Them Better

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist supports Hotel Saint Vincent’s financial operations by maintaining accurate records, processing invoices and payments, auditing transactions, and ensuring complete financial documentation.

This hourly position requires attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to balance accuracy with efficiency in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and collaborative. Additional responsibilities may include reporting, cost projections, administrative support, and special projects.

Key Responsibilities

Own It

We take responsibility for outcomes, not excuses.

• Process invoices, payments, and daily transaction audits accurately and on time.
• Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready accounts payable and receivable records.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies while protecting confidential financial information.

Lead with Respect

We treat people, ideas, and commitments with dignity.

• Serve as a professional and responsive accounting contact for vendors and service providers.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully when resolving invoice, contract, and payment issues.
• Handle sensitive financial matters with discretion and sound judgment.

Win as One Team

We succeed together.

• Partner with hotel departments and the Accounting Support Team to ensure financial processes are followed.
• Obtain approvals and documentation needed for timely invoice processing, payments, and reporting.
• Support accounts receivable, administrative responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

Learn and Elevate

We grow ourselves and others every day.

• Maintain knowledge of accounting systems, contracts, processes, and internal controls.
• Update vendor records and contracts within the accounting system.
• Improve efficiency and accuracy while adapting to changing priorities.
• Assist with reconciliations, reports, cost projections, and financial analysis as requested.

Leave Them Better

We make every interaction meaningful.

• Provide accurate and dependable accounting support to hotel departments.
• Strengthen vendor relationships through clear communication and timely payment processing.
• Support the hotel’s financial health through care, accountability, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Two years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related experience preferred.
• Hotel or hospitality accounting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel or similar programs preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Position
• Paid Time Off
• MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
• Medical, Dental, Vision

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment.

Hotel Saint Vincent is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.