Accounting Manager Job at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport in Gra

The Doubletree by Hilton Grand Rapids Airport is hiring an Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the smooth and efficient processing of accounting-related information and is familiar with standard operating procedures related to Loss Prevention, as well as house rules, according to hotel standards. Apply today to join our amazing team.

• Comply at all times with Hotel policies, standards, and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Oversees the duties of General Cashier, with responsibility for the daily reconciliation of Rooms, Food, Beverage, and House deposits, as applicable.
• Oversees and maintains the over/short log.
•  Maintains controls for all cashier banks in the hotel.
• Posts all city ledger payments daily according to the Daily Mail Cash Receipts (DMCR).
• Prepares all bank deposits, ‘due backs,’ and bank change orders.
• Maintains responsibility for the billing of accounts receivable daily.
• Responsible for Hotel Credit Policy and detailed knowledge of hotel receivables.
• Maintains card file trace system for AR collection call process per SOP.
• Conducts credit meetings twice monthly with the General Manager.
• Maintains a record of approved direct billing accounts.
• Processes returned checks and credit card chargebacks.
• Performs the Accounts Receivable Balancing function at least once each month.
• Ensures that all hotel invoices are entered into the accounting system (M3) on a timely basis.
• Performs the income audit on a daily basis, using the income audit checklist to maintain and ensure the accuracy of the Income/Flash reports. Responsible for entering Daily Report into M3. Must be kept current. Upload all audit paperwork to Sharepoint.
• Reconciles credit cards daily.
• Prepares and submits the Corporate Flash Report on the dates specified in the monthly accounting calendar.
• Completes monthly checklist and sends in month-end package according to the calendar.
• Monitors Guest Services and Night Audit agents’ work for proper accounting procedures.
• Maintain a filing system for direct billing.
• Ability to work with centralized controller and address tasks that may be assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information, as appropriate.
• Handle requests for information, mail, and messages in an efficient and courteous manner.
• Establish and maintain good communication and teamwork with fellow associates and other departments within the hotel.
• Maintains working relationships & communicates with all departments.
• Follows all hotel policies & house rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Work Environment

This role is an onsite position and requires the employee to perform their work duties at the job site location. the employee will be exposed to typical equipment and temperatures found in a front office setting of a hotel. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• At least 3 years of related experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• Supervisory experience is required.

An upscale hotel that offers a unique and satisfying experience for business and leisure travelers. Indoor pool, sauna, and fitness room. Ganders Restaurant is on-site with 24-hour room service. Guest rooms feature complimentary wireless internet, coffee maker, hair dryers, alarm clocks with MP3 plug-ins, and iron/ironing boards. Gift shop and ATM machine are located on the property. Complimentary airport shuttle. Conveniently located off I-96 at 28th Street and Patterson Avenue. Near Woodland Mall, Centerpointe Mall, and many area restaurants. Banquet facilities for up to 300 people. Nearby attractions include Frederik Meijer Gardens, Gerald Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids Public Museum, MVP Sportsplex, and The Soccer Spot. Just 15 minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids, Van Andel Arena, and DeVos Place Convention Center.