Property Accountant in Dothan, Alabama at LBA Hospitality

Job Summary: Ensures all accounting functions are accurate, timely and in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Promote positive morale and friendly attitudes.
2. Maintain safety and security practices, have thorough knowledge of emergency procedures.
3. Other duties as assigned, that the associate is capable of performing.

PRE REQUISITES

The Company associates have access to guest and property information, character traits of honesty and trustworthiness are essential to this position. Therefore, associates must pass the appropriate security clearance, per company policy.

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years related experience in accounting.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and other accounting software.
• Must be able to perform major life activities: Standing, lifting, bending, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, and communicating.
• Performs payroll process to include ensuring each payroll assigned is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Reviews payroll audit reports and adjusts accordingly to ensure accuracy of employees’ paycheck, deductions and earnings.
• Works with management to accurately document and report revenue and expenses of hotels assigned.
• Monitors and maintains all accounting functions within the hotel including revenue, accounts receivables and payables, inventories and cash processing as specified by Company policies and procedures.
• Prepare month and quarter end statements and close for each hotel assigned.
• Compile financial statements and prepares monthly financial reports.
• Informs management of any discrepancies or other problems that may arise from hotels assigned.
• Responsible for bank reconciliations.
• Prepares Sales tax returns for hotels as assigned.

For this position specifically:

• Must be able to speak and read English, the ability to communicate in another language may be helpful.
• Must display professionalism, honesty and trustworthiness at all times.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of attention to detail for long periods of time.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word, Outlook and other accounting software programs.

Skills:

• Proficient written and verbal English
• Relates well with others and flexibility of working with a team
• Analyze work for accuracy of self and others.

Abilities:

• Multitask, remain associate and guest service centric.
• Solve hotel accounting issues with professionalism and maintain a hospitable attitude.

WORKING CONDITIONS/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing and walking for long periods of time while maintaining a friendly professional image.
• Be flexible in regard to work schedule. Be available as necessary 24/7, weekends and holidays.