Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Travel Benefits

Discounts

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts seeks an accounting professional for the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor location. The role focuses on Night Audit activities, accounts payable, and city ledger duties within a busy hotel environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting, hotel accounting experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. You will maintain accurate records, reconcile statements, and support the Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Hotel accounting experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to compile facts and figures.
• Proficient with PC and calculator; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort and verify Night Audit work including receivables reconciliation.
• Post city ledger payments in PMS; reconcile and bill city ledger accounts.
• Reconcile credit card backups to General Cashier Summary and maintain logs.
• Set up new accounts per policy.
• Assist in reconciling open account status items.
• Input General Cashier Summary and maintain binder.
• File and distribute credit card cancellations and process returned checks.
• Verify purchasing procedures against invoices and maintain PO log.
• Process approved invoices for payment with proper signatures.
• Pay hotel invoices timely and reconcile discounts.
• Interface checks and log manual checks to Controller.
• Adhere to attendance rules and perform other duties.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Calculator proficiency

PC skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

About Us

Located in the vibrant heart of downtown, the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards offers exceptional opportunities for our valued associates. Positioned for convenience with easy access to public transit and a discounted on-site parking option, commuting is effortless. Our team members enjoy complimentary meals, uniforms, and a wide range of career advancement possibilities—allowing you to build a fulfilling career while supporting your family and loved ones. Whether you seek a full-time position or a flexible part-time role, we welcome you to become part of our close-knit family. By joining us, you’ll be part of a passionate, fun-loving team that works hard and supports each other. As a member of the HEI family, you will experience the benefits of the HEI Loves culture, which is dedicated to celebrating our associates through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off. Beyond the basics, our associates enjoy health and wellness programs, robust retirement plans, travel benefits, product and service discounts, and much more. At the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way, both professionally and personally.

About Us

Located in the vibrant heart of downtown, the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards offers exceptional opportunities for our valued associates. Positioned for convenience with easy access to public transit and a discounted on-site parking option, commuting is effortless. Our team members enjoy complimentary meals, uniforms, and a wide range of career advancement possibilities—allowing you to build a fulfilling career while supporting your family and loved ones. Whether you seek a full-time position or a flexible part-time role, we welcome you to become part of our close-knit family. By joining us, you’ll be part of a passionate, fun-loving team that works hard and supports each other. As a member of the HEI family, you will experience the benefits of the HEI Loves culture, which is dedicated to celebrating our associates through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off. Beyond the basics, our associates enjoy health and wellness programs, robust retirement plans, travel benefits, product and service discounts, and much more. At the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way, both professionally and personally. We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Salary Range: $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist Controller in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding the assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts Standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Sort and verify accuracy of Night Audit work (primarily receivables aspect), i.e. including reconciliation of banquet check extensions, coding of banquets at cost, review and route sales and promotion checks with back-up. Record department administration phone calls and inform Controller of any potential concern.
• Post city ledger payments in property management system, reconcile and bill all city ledger accounts. Perform follow-up billing and credit collection documentation and inform Controller of any potential uncollectible accounts.
• Reconcile credit card back-up to General Cashier Summary and inform Controller of any discrepancies. Bill out credit cards (AMEX, DINERS, etc.). Maintain accurate and legible logs for all credit cards.
• Set up new accounts in accordance with established credit policy.
• Assist in reconciling open account status items.
• Input General Cashier Summary and maintain binder.
• File and distribute credit card cancellations, bulletins and credit warnings. Process and follow-up on all returned checks accepted as cash payment. Record General Ledger and City Ledger reconciliations.
• Verify that purchasing procedures are followed, i.e.: purchase order price compared to invoice price, purchase order quantity compared to invoice quantity, ensure that the purchase order number is valid. Maintain an accurate, up to date Purchase Order Log.
• Route invoices with purchase order attached to department heads and Executive Committee members for approval. Ensure account coding is accurate and all invoices are being returned on a timely basis.
• Process all approved invoices for payment, ensure all appropriate signatures and back-up attached.
• Pay all hotel invoices in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of amount paid, account coding, invoice extension and that all discounts are taken.
• Handle all vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements.
• Maintain open invoices file, paid invoices file and voided check file in an organized and up-to-date manner.
• Interface checks and submit a log of all manual checks to the Controller.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
• Accounting and Hotel experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to compile facts and figures.
• Ability to operate personal computer and calculator.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.

For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.