Finance & Accounting | Staff Accountant

Fontainebleau Miami Beach is a spectacular blend of Golden Era glamour and modern luxury, reinventing the original vision of legendary architect Morris Lapidus—a stage where everyone plays their unique part. Striking design, contemporary art, music, fashion, and technology merge into a vibrant guest experience, inviting visitors to play, shop, dine, spa, meet, or relax. Situated on oceanfront Collins Avenue in the heart of Millionaire's Row, Fontainebleau is one of the most historically and architecturally significant hotels on Miami Beach, originally opened in 1954 and designed by Morris Lapidus.

About the role

The Staff Accountant provides support to the Accounting & Finance department, including preparing journal entries, reviewing the general ledger, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements, cash flow management, fixed asset review, audit, and tax support.

Responsibilities

• Monthly general ledger processing and review, including initiating and processing journal entries for monthly and quarterly closings
• Compile financial information and reconcile reports and financial data
• Prepare month-end reconciliations for analysis of balance sheet accounts and sub-ledgers
• Review general ledger before preparing month-end financial statements
• Prepare a large number of account reconciliations for various companies
• Prepare standard and adjusting general ledger entries
• Prepare sales tax returns
• Oversee fixed asset activity and prepare related reports
• Prepare payroll tax filings
• Perform revenue and expenditure variance analysis
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
• Work with the Controller to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit
• Meet financial accounting objectives
• Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions
• Complete ad hoc projects

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting/finance
• Hospitality experience preferred
• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance required
• Strong computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, planning, and communication skills
• Ability to schedule, determine priorities, and meet critical deadlines
• Creative/strategic thinker, able to help enhance current systems
• Ability to analyze complex issues, identify alternative solutions, and communicate them effectively with management
• Dynamic, proactive, solution-oriented, and creative individual who can work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Flexibility to work extended hours as required