Accounting Assistant - Full Time

$18.00/hour starting pay rate (depending on experience). This is a full time position with a M-F, 1st shift schedule. This position is eligible for full benefits (medical, dental & vision), 401K, paid vacation, weekly pay, Daily Pay,discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, hotel and restaurant discounts and more.

PROFILE

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Accounting management team as needed for the JW Marriott Grand Rapids.

JOB SUMMARY

• Complete Daily Revenue Report and distribute to hotel management.
• Monitor and complete monthly Staff and Promo log and post accounting entry at end of the month.
• Review daily revenue reports for posting accuracy including adjustment reports and daily posting reports.
• Complete all general cashier duties including but not limited to daily reconciliation of cash deposits, providing change to team members, issuing banks , petty cash reports, requesting change orders, etc.
• Support Accounts Receivable Manager with guest accounting as necessary.
• Responsible for conducting surprise bank audits on a monthly basis.
• Audit Starbucks fees on a daily basis.
• Reconcile cash clearing account daily.
• Manage posting of cash bars for Banquets team.
• Compile and maintain cash over short logs with applicable supporting documents.
• Maintain log of cashier bank contracts.
• Update and manage service contracts, licenses and permits logs.
• Support AP functions where necessary including fintech invoicing entries and birchstreet support. Responsible for management of the AP related balance sheet accounts.
• Responsible for managing daily reporting audit requirements.
• Assist with special projects as necessary.

EXPERIENCE

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Hospitality preferred, but not required. Guest service experience preferred
• Data Plus Hospitality Solutions, Micros, Marriott Full Service PMS and CI/TY, preferred but not required

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret group contracting and room rate matrix is preferred.
• Effective presentation of information and strong ability to respond to questions from guests, both internal and external.
• Strong organizational, analytical and customer service skills with the ability to communicate and follow-thru with all internal and external guests.
• Troubleshoot problems in a methodical and thorough manner.
• The ability to exercise considerable initiative, planning and judgment while prioritizing work, learning new concepts quickly and juggling multiple tasks calmly in a fast paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations.