Intern - Hotel Accounting Job at Highgate in New York

Intern - Hotel Accounting

Requisition ID

2024-58932

Category

Internship

Job Location

US-NY-New York

Property

Le Meridien Central Park

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate's portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry's most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle. www.highgate.com

Location

LeMeridien NYC Park Central

Tap into the inimitable energy of Midtown Manhattan at Le Meridien New York, Central Park, where iconic attractions and world-class cultural experiences beckon. Exquisitely designed to reflect the ethos of the city - bold, vibrant and authentic - our hotel is located in the heart of Midtown, on West 57th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues. From this enviable vantage point, guests may discover Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, MoMA and Columbus Circle. Ascend to our rooftop bar, LiFE Rooftop, and enjoy panoramic views of Central Park as you enjoy handcrafted cocktails and delicious bites from our carefully curated menu. Indulge in shared plates, fresh seasonal seafood and innovative rolls at Kumi Japanese Restaurant + Bar. With modern event spaces enhanced by thoughtful Le Meridien service, we provide an inspiring destination for events; when it's time to relax, intuitively designed hotel rooms and suites encourage tranquility. We await your arrival at Le Meridien New York, Central Park.

Overview

Ready to dive headfirst into the dynamic world of Accounting and Finance? We are searching for bright, driven interns currently in their Junior or final year of undergraduate study, and we've crafted an exclusive 10 week journey that will take your financial expertise to a whole new level. Designed to fully immerse you intot he financial operations that keep our Hotel Property Portfolio thriving. Submit your resume today for consideration! Specific hotel placement will be discussed upon submission of an internship offer.

Responsibilities

Work alongside the Accounting and Finance Team
• Participate in month-end close process, prepare journal entries, reconciliations and month end financial statements
• Assist with various projects as needed
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Finance (in progress) or a similar degree
• Minimum Junior status
• Knowledge of Accounting and/or Finance principals
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and reports) and PowerPoint skills
• Must be organized with the ability to work accurately in a time-efficient manner
• Ability to participate in a 10-week program (June - August)
• This position requires an applicant to reside and work onsite in a New York hotel.

Salary: $20 hr