Specialist Accounting

JOB OVERVIEW

Perform a variety of routine accounting duties to ensure correct reporting of revenues and costs, the timely payment of invoices, and/or timely receipt of money owed to the hotel. Duties performed are at entry-level in a training capacity, with supervision from higher-level accountants.

At Hotel Indigo ® we deliver inspired service. In all we do, we are vibrant, curious and original.

1. Be vibrant by carrying ourselves in a way that says to our guests we are energetic, motivated, confident.

2. Be curious by being aware of our hotel and neighborhood and going out of our way to help guests learn and discover what's going on.

3. Be original by building connections with our guests and being imaginative to create memorable experiences.

DUTIES AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCIAL RETURNS

• Summarize and post data to journals, ledgers and other accounting records; total and balance accounts; reconcile bank accounts; check and verify records.

• Obtain approvals from department heads on invoices to be paid; make proper accounting entries in ledger; reconcile discrepancies with vendors; prepare transmittal of invoices for payment by CMH Accounting.

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of daily bank deposits; maintain the hotel's funds to ensure that funds are of adequate amount, kept safely and properly accounted for; provide all daily change requirements; issue banks to cashiers and conduct periodic audits of banks as needed. Report over/short discrepancies as per Internal Audit Standards.

• Perform AR/AP function

PEOPLE

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include department heads throughout the hotel, for the purpose of providing or obtaining information regarding accounts.

GUEST EXPERIENCE

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include department heads throughout the hotel, for the purpose of providing or obtaining information regarding accounts.

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

• Responsible for maintenance of normal and routine controls to ensure reasonable protection of company assets.

• Maintain files of all accounting-related and/or audit documentation; may assist with clerical duties such as typing or phone coverage.

• May assist in various storeroom areas to include receiving, storing and dispersing hotel goods to ensure that each department's supply needs are met in a timely and efficient manner. Reconcile banquet bar requisitions.

• May perform additional accounting-related duties such as ensuring compliance with Internal Control Questionnaires, etc. May maintain purchase order system integrity or monitor/track other financial control procedures or systems.

• May assist with other duties as needed or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in an accounting clerical, front office, or reservations position or similar; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Ability to speak fluent English required.

This job requires ability to perform the following

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds

• Standing up and moving about the front office or other designated areas

• Communicating with other people

• Handling objects, supplies, boxes of merchandise, etc.

• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching

Other

• Reading abilities are utilized often when reading invoices and work materials.

• Mathematical skills are used frequently to perform calculations, reconcile account balances, etc.

• Frequent contact with guests and outside vendors is necessary to resolve billing issues or answer questions. Strong customer service skills are required.

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

CA Salary transparency

The hourly pay for this role is 26.78 . This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. A colleague's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join us and you'll become part of the global IHG family - and like all families, all our individual colleagues share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together - we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care, that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve.

In return, we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled.

Hotel Indigo is an upper-upscale lifestyle brand that captures the true spirit of the neighbourhood. With over 150 properties worldwide, we look for individuals that can inspire our guests to make unique discoveries through meaningful connections to the diverse people, places, and cultures of the local area.

Bring your story, to inspire new ones.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Important information :

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.