POSITION PROFILE:

The Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable is responsible for the overall maintenance of the hotel’s accounts payable and staff accountant functions. Enforce the hotel’s purchasing & cash policies and procedures. Ensure that all hotel obligations are processed in a timely manner. All duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.

WE OFFER:

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Employee discounts at our Hotels and Restaurants nationwide
• Paid Time Off and Sick Pay
• Holiday pay
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure appropriate documentation and approval is received for invoices and check requests.
• Enter invoices, expense reports and check requests into accounting system for preparation of check runs or process of payment electronically.
• Process Travel Agent checks and obtains signatures on all accounts payable checks.
• Post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions.
• Assist in bank reconciliation duties
• Train and Onboard Hotel/General Managers onto 3rd party purchasing system
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments and vendor information are up to date.
• Process 1099 forms at end of year.
• Attend month-end preliminary P&L calls.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and/or department heads.
• Assist with month end closing.
• Provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Perform day to day management of all payment cycle activities.
• Prepare weekly bank deposits following company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP:

• Lead by example at all times and stay visible to staff.
• Be part of a leadership team of brand advocates who believe in what Palisociety has to offer and who are personally invested in its success.
• Foster an environment where team members know they are valued, ensuring they are treated fairly and with respect.
• Assist in building a culture of open communication, spend time with team members and be available for them (open door policy).
• Personify the best values of the brand, demonstrating exceptional work ethic and service delivery for all employees on property.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a positive attitude.
• Must be service oriented.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, analytical, and managerial organizational skills.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, emphasis in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Accounting/Finance experience at a full-service hotel, preferably in a boutique or luxury environment. Prior hotel operations experience preferred.
• Prior experience using M3 Accounting software, Opera and Micros.
• Must display ability to work with complex spreadsheets and formulas.
• Must be able to communicate professionally in English, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to work independently and display appropriate urgency for task completion.

Ability to:

• Perform job junctions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Prioritize, organize, and follow up.
• Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment.
• Follow directions thoroughly.
• Work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualification Standards:

• Education: College degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum two years of experience within guest reception or a similar position preferred, preferably a luxury hotel setting

Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and shifts – weekends & holidays as needed
• Ability to walk, stand and bend continuously throughout the day.

ABOUT PALISOCIETY:

Founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998, Palisociety is a hospitality company that operates a collection of one-of–a-kind, neighborhood-centric hotels and restaurants across the country under four distinct monikers: Palihouse, Palihotel, and ARRIVE by Palisociety, and the Independent Collection. Palisociety is a family business, and we strive to connect guests and employees with a sense of place and belonging. We do this by prioritizing community, stylish comfort, and a hands-on creative approach to every unapologetically eclectic detail.

Palisociety properties are regularly featured on the Conde´ Nast Traveler’s Hot List, and Travel + Leisure IT List, to name few, and the Palisociety Dining Group has received accolades from the James Beard association and Food & Wine Magazine. We are always looking for spirited, innovative, and hardworking people to join our team. Come be a part of the family!

For more information, visit www.palisociety.com or follow @palisociety

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