Senior Accountant at Key Biscayne Yacht Club Inc – Miami, Florida

Senior Accountant

Job Description

Department: A & G

Reports to: Controller

Statement of Purpose:

The Senior Accountant position is responsible for day-to-day accounting functions for Key Biscayne Yacht Club. This position is essential in ensuring accurate and timely records are maintained in the Club’s accounting software Jonas. The Senior Accountant collaborates with the Controller to participate in the timely submission of financial reports and bi-weekly payroll processing in Paylocity.

Primary Duties:

Accounts Payable

• Assists with the coding of accounts payable and the movement of invoices through the approval process.
• Maintain, review, and file vendor/supplier certificates of insurance & W-9. Produces year-end 1099 forms.
• Monitors bank transactions associated with AP payments.

Accounts Receivable

• Responsible or the month-end close of member AR accounts.
• Assists with Member disputes about their monthly statement charges.

Payroll

• Prepare bi-weekly payroll processing in collaboration with the HR Business partner.
• Assists with the data entry of new employees and the processing of employee change forms.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of the gratuity and lesson payouts.
• Uploads the payroll journal entry into the club accounting system.

Financial Statements and Reports

• Reconciliation and submittal of Sales Tax Payable.
• Bank reconciliation for Both Funds.
• Assists with the month-end close by performing assigned journal entries.
• Assists with the inventory process of three outlets: Food & Beverage, Store, and Fuel.
• Assists in maintaining monthly reports for the Finance Committee and General Manager as needed.
• Assists with Year End Financial Audit process.
• Assists with Capital projects and maintaining capital budgets.

Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Controller at its discretion from time to time. All accounting positions will overlap in duties, and emphasis on job duties may fluctuate depending on accounting department needs.

Skills:

Operational Skills

• Ability to understand Member needs and to deliver superior customer service
• Ability to work long hours with a strong focus on operational excellence
• Ability to understand the flow of service and handle multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to handle telephone calls and written correspondence properly
• Experience with computer software, including Microsoft Office programs and Adobe
• Experience with ADP
• Experience in Private Clubs or hotels.

Communication Skills

• Ability to understand effective approaches of communication with different individuals
• Able to communicate clearly with peers and superiors

Language Skills

• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English is required
• Verbal and written communication skills in Spanish or any other languages is a plus

High Energy

Customer Focus

Organized and Detailed Oriented

Ethics and Values

Team Player

• Continually contributes to all colleagues’ success; maintains a positive attitude while at work
• Is welcoming and outgoing with coworkers

Education and Certificates

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Club experience and/or food processing industry a plus
• Preferred knowledge of Jonas Club Management Software, Yellow Dog (AP Platform), and ADP.

Other

• General knowledge and understanding of accounting procedures
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately with attention to detail
• Available to work late nights, weekends, holidays and long hours as necessary

I have read and understand the above job description. I agree to follow the standards and duties outlined above.