Highgate Hotels, LP
Hotel Staff Accountant
Highgate Hotels, LP, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Hotel Staff Accountant
Requisition ID:
2024-56948Category:
Accounting/FinanceJob Location:
US-MA-BostonProperty:
The Newbury BostonCompensation Type
YearlyCompany Overview
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.Location
The Newbury Boston at One Newbury Street is an iconic property originally opened in 1927 as one of the first Ritz-Carlton hotels in the U.S. and most recently was the Taj Boston. The building was recently transformed into a 286-room luxury hotel with 16,000-sq-ft of stunning event spaces, signature dining experiences and a reimagined front entrance on Newbury Street.Overview
The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Director of Finance and staff in maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting; ensuring acceptable levels of internal control; ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and Highgate Hotels Standard Operating Procedures; and safeguarding owners/investors assets. The emphasis is placed on the management of Accounts payable, General Cashier and Income Audit.Responsibilities
Review Income Audit report daily.Prepare accounts payable invoices for processing.Process accounts payable payments weekly via Oracle ENV.Assist in the monthly close process by posting journal entries related to payroll, prepaid etc.Collect and reconcile vendor statements weekly.Monitor, prepare, and communicate financial reports in accordance with Highgate Hotels required due dates.Perform general cashier duties for the property.Manage accounting support team in charge of processing AP invoices and month-end process.Handle customer inquiries professionally and timely.Monitor guest ledger and advance deposit ledger for proper internal control.Keep management aware of any unusual operation or financial occurrences.Reconcile invoices against ledgers to ensure accuracy.Ensure overall guest satisfaction by resolving issues or elevating them as needed.Cross-Train in other areas within the Accounting Department.Identify root causes of issues affecting staff or guests and provide actionable solutions.Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards.Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations.Maximize efforts towards productivity and implement solutions for problem areas.Handle problems effectively, including anticipating and solving issues.Understand and evaluate complex information from various sources.Maintain confidentiality of information.Perform other duties as requested by management.Qualifications
College courses in an associated or related field and/or related experience in a Hotel or Hospitality environment.Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office (Intermediate Excel and Basic Word).Accounts Payable and Payroll experience is preferred.Hotel PMS Opera experience is preferred.Long hours sometimes required.Sedentary work, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally.
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Requisition ID:
2024-56948Category:
Accounting/FinanceJob Location:
US-MA-BostonProperty:
The Newbury BostonCompensation Type
YearlyCompany Overview
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.Location
The Newbury Boston at One Newbury Street is an iconic property originally opened in 1927 as one of the first Ritz-Carlton hotels in the U.S. and most recently was the Taj Boston. The building was recently transformed into a 286-room luxury hotel with 16,000-sq-ft of stunning event spaces, signature dining experiences and a reimagined front entrance on Newbury Street.Overview
The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Director of Finance and staff in maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting; ensuring acceptable levels of internal control; ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and Highgate Hotels Standard Operating Procedures; and safeguarding owners/investors assets. The emphasis is placed on the management of Accounts payable, General Cashier and Income Audit.Responsibilities
Review Income Audit report daily.Prepare accounts payable invoices for processing.Process accounts payable payments weekly via Oracle ENV.Assist in the monthly close process by posting journal entries related to payroll, prepaid etc.Collect and reconcile vendor statements weekly.Monitor, prepare, and communicate financial reports in accordance with Highgate Hotels required due dates.Perform general cashier duties for the property.Manage accounting support team in charge of processing AP invoices and month-end process.Handle customer inquiries professionally and timely.Monitor guest ledger and advance deposit ledger for proper internal control.Keep management aware of any unusual operation or financial occurrences.Reconcile invoices against ledgers to ensure accuracy.Ensure overall guest satisfaction by resolving issues or elevating them as needed.Cross-Train in other areas within the Accounting Department.Identify root causes of issues affecting staff or guests and provide actionable solutions.Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards.Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations.Maximize efforts towards productivity and implement solutions for problem areas.Handle problems effectively, including anticipating and solving issues.Understand and evaluate complex information from various sources.Maintain confidentiality of information.Perform other duties as requested by management.Qualifications
College courses in an associated or related field and/or related experience in a Hotel or Hospitality environment.Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office (Intermediate Excel and Basic Word).Accounts Payable and Payroll experience is preferred.Hotel PMS Opera experience is preferred.Long hours sometimes required.Sedentary work, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally.
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