STAFF ACCOUNTANT

About the role

A staff accountant position is available part-time at Hilton New Orleans Airport. The role assists the Accounting Manager in supervising the hotel's finance office, focusing on computerized accounting systems, accounts receivable, month-end closing reports, and general ledger reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile the airline master account with the airline manifest daily, ensuring accuracy and billing airline invoices by the second week of the following month.
• Audit group master accounts to verify they meet the payment terms specified in the group agreements.
• Bill all group master receivables within 3 days of the group events concluding.
• Post all payments received by the hotel on the same business day.
• Post tax exemptions to guest folios as needed and audit the accuracy of tax exemption forms.
• Respond and resolve guest and client requests for folios, adjustments, credit card authorizations, and other inquiries.
• Assist with month-end closing process as directed.
• Assist with monthly house bank audits, payroll audits, and other duties as assigned.

Supportive Functions

• Train individuals in PEP, Excel and MS Word.
• Handle special project assignments as requested by Accounting Manager or General Manager.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Access and accurately input information into a computer using various computer software programs (Excel and Word).
• Maintain an open line of communication between guests, team members, and management.
• General knowledge of accounting operations, aptitude for figures.
• Office machines: operate calculator/10-key by touch, copier, fax, telephone.
• Effectively deal with guest and team members concerns in a friendly and positive manner, demonstrating empathy with the customer and providing positive and proactive solutions.
• Listen effectively and speak/write English clearly.
• Learn and perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision, within the initial training period after starting work.

Education and Experience

• A high school graduate or equivalent required.
• 1 - 2 years of Finance and Accounts Receivable experience preferred.
• Prior hospitality experience also preferred.

How to Apply

To apply for this job, please email your details to Trista.Thomas2@hilton.com