Staff Accountant in San Antonio, Texas at Zachry

Who We Are

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Zachry Hotels is a proven leader in the development, management and ownership of hospitality assets. At Zachry Hotels, we are passionate about hospitality and surround ourselves with team members who share that same passion. Our tenure in the hospitality and hotel industry has provided us the knowledge and key relationships for success in hotel management, operation, and development. We take care of our clients, business partners and each other as family, within a culture of service and accountability, where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Together We Can Do Great Things® Every Person Matters® This Is More Than A Job®

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant – Centralized supports financial operations through accurate accounting, daily revenue verification, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance with internal controls for multiple hotels. This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information and supports the Accounting Managers, Director of Finance, and leadership in maintaining efficient financial processes within a full-service hotel environment at multiple properties.

What You'll Do for Multiple Properties

Daily Accounting Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and reconcile daily revenue reports, postings, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing daily and weekly financial summaries, operating reports, and analysis.
• Reconcile cash, credit card deposits, prepaid accounts, and various revenue streams.
• Maintain organized filing of accounting documents in compliance with audit requirements.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare journal entries including accruals, reclassifications, and adjustments.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support month-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare reconciliations for general ledger accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Support

• Assist with invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliation of payables.
• Support billing processes, payment posting, collections, and AR reporting.
• Help maintain accurate vendor records, W-9 documentation, and tax-exempt files.
• Review invoice coding and support department leaders in proper expense allocation.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit Support

• Maintain compliance with company accounting policies and financial controls.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and reports.
• Support tax filings, regulatory submissions, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of financial and employee information.

Department & Property Support

• Partner with operational departments to answer accounting questions and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, and inventory control processes as needed.
• Support forecasting and budget preparation efforts.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding financial trends or issues.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting processes.
• Participate in department meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Accounting Department.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance as an essential function of the role.S

What You'll Bring

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field required.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Previous accounting experience in hospitality or related industries preferred.
• Experience preparing journal entries, financial reconciliations, and financial reporting preferred.
• Familiarity with PMS, POS, and financial systems preferred.
• Experience working with accrual-based accounting preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and accuracy in financial data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to learn accounting software quickly.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with other departments.
• Strong communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Other Qualifications

• Professional appearance and adherence to grooming standards.
• Ability to work additional hours during peak accounting cycles.
• Commitment to integrity, accuracy, and a strong work ethic.t

Zachry Hotels offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Hotels (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry's resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry's Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.