Staff Accountant - Full-time

Staff Accountant 

In a city renowned for some of the world’s finest establishments, Montage Beverly Hills is the perfect setting for shopping and dining, just steps away from the famous Rodeo Drive. As an associate, you will strive for guests to encounter Montage’s passion for excellence at every turn. From our signature restaurant, Scarpetta, two-story Spa Montage to our rooftop pool with views of the legendary Hollywood hills, Montage offers a commitment to flawlessly deliver unparalleled service that exceeds expectations. This stunning urban retreat redefines the Beverly Hills guest experience for the most rounded traveler.

Summary

The Staff Accountant plays an integral role in the month end close process and the income audit process for the hotel. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to income audit, ad hoc financial analysis; manage the preparation and distribution of the monthly financial reporting packet to ownership; ensure inventories are completed and in compliance with SOP; maintain a sound audit and control environment; asset & liability reconciliations; and total cash management.

Responsibilities

· Verify revenue postings against source documents on a daily basis.  Ensure revenues posted are complete and properly classified.  Audit all rebates, adjustments, and credits issued.

· Audit daily F&B and Front Office revenue, supporting documents, daily cash summary and credit card charges; ensure all work is in balance.

· Review various miscellaneous charges to ensure correct classification of all revenue and expenses.

· Review banquet checks against Banquet Event Orders for accuracy of preparation.

· Prepare and input Revenue Journal, Cash Receipts Journal and Entertainment Journal for general ledger processing.

· Reconcile credit card charges against merchant summaries and receivable aging.

· Follow up on all overdue credit card accounts and credits issued.

· Investigate any discrepancies or problems that may occur with any of the daily work.

· Establish and maintain communication with the Overnight Manager and review Overnight Manager’s daily work for accuracy.

· Oversee proper record-keeping procedures of all sales transactions and supporting document, as in compliance with internal regulations and procedures.

· Generate accurate revenue & payroll reports to department managers.  Respond to manager’s questions. 

· Work with department managers and associates to improve internal controls.  Train and develop associates to understand the impact of their functions on the financial results of Montage operations.

· Assist with the month end close process. Prepare monthly journal entries. Reconcile general ledger accounts. 

· Maintains a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets improve operations and profitability and manage business risks.  Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Advises the Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting Manager of existing and evolving operating/financial issues. 

· Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.

· Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports and provide managers with analytical support to drive decision-making.

· Oversees maintenance of property based systems (i.e. Opera, Micro’s, SpaSoft) as they related to Finance.

· Reconciles balance sheet and ensures account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.  

· Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.

· Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by the Director of Finance, Assistant Director of Finance, and Accounting Manager.

Qualifications

Staff Accountant will be required to work a 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. shift Monday through Friday. Due to the fluctuation in business levels in the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance is required at all scheduled training sessions and meetings. Regular attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position. Irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

· Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)

· Strong organizational skills

· Strong analytical skills

· Strong problem-solving skills

· Ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems (i.e. Opera, Micros, SpaSoft), ; technology-savvy

· Ability to acquire and maintain relationships e.g., associates, customers, vendors

· Effective decision making skills

· Good negotiation skills

· Effective conflict management skills

· Strong customer and associate relation skills

· Basic legal expertise related to hotel issues

· Good presentation and platform skills

· Financial management skills e.g., ability to analyze A&L reconciliations

· Knowledge of payroll related liabilities

· Knowledge of purchasing, inventory controls, supplies, and equipment

· Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect department

· Knowledge of governmental regulations and safety standards (OSHA, EPA, ADA, CFC, NFPA)

· Available to work weekends and holidays

We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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