Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

At Sheraton, we go above and beyond in everything we do. We are inspired by our guests and one another – and are driven to make things better. We love what we do, and we give it all we've got – on property and off. When guests stay with us, it’s not just a room with a bed that they’re buying. It’s an experience. We’re looking for someone who is ready to go beyond in everything they do. If you are someone with a genuine drive to improve your life and the lives of those around you, we encourage you to explore careers with Sheraton.

Qualifications

Job Summary

· Prepare and process vendor invoices for payment and ensure that payments are timely, accurate and contain proper approvals

· For all invoices, review expense coding as provided by department buyers and recommend corrections.

· Identify and calculate sales and use tax and prepaid expenses when required

· Monitor AP Invoice submissions to MBS for centralized disbursements. Report on payment status to vendors and designated department members.

· Execute Express payments as requested by the Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance

· Work with vendors to resolve disputes and ensure that all vendor statements are current with no outstanding balances

· Work with department heads, purchase order processors, and other operations staff to ensure that all invoices include proper receiving documentation and authorization

· Explain A/P policy and requirements to new associates

· Actively seek out ways to improve Accounts Payable policy and processes

· Make recommendations for improving efficiency and accuracy of information

· Maintain A/P documents and department files

· Locate and retrieve A/P documents as needed, as well as support the internal and external audit processes

· This position works independently to handle multiple tasks, while interacting with associates, managers and department heads from all departments within the hotel

Requirements:

· Strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable process

· Previous hotel A/P experience highly desired

· Outstanding customer service skills and ability to work as part of a team with a diverse group of associates, managers, department heads and vendors – both in person and on the phone

· Excellent analytical skills and mathematical skills

· Knowledge and use of Excel is highly desired

· Must be able to prioritize workflow to meet deadlines despite frequent interruptions

· Must be highly organized with a strong attention to detail

· Must be able to research and resolve problems to a successful resolution

· Knowledge of PeopleSoft AP and HotShop procurement system (BirchStreet) helpful, but not required

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.