What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Generalist position at Loews Arlington Hotel?
Job Description Job Description Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center is a state-of-the-art, full-service meetings and resort destination that caters to groups of all sizes, as well as families who are looking for a world-class experience in the epicenter of the premier sports and entertainment district in the country. Centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth between iconic sports stadiums, Globe Life Field, home of the 2023 World Series Texas Rangers and AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, the 888-room resort features five restaurants and lounges, two pools with an authentic sandy beach, cabanas and a water slide as well as a fitness center, full-service spa and salon and 266,000 square feet of meeting and event space.The Accounting Generalist performs day to day accounting activities, reporting and issueresolution between operations and the shared service operations. The position is responsible for reviewingand analyzing financial reports and transactions as appropriate. This position ensures thatoperations are in compliance with all internal control procedures. Additional responsibilities include preparing reports, cashier activities, taking inventories, receiving & accounting as defined in the procedures.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPerform ad hoc accounting activities in support of operations and Financial DirectorBanking and auditing the cash boxes (front desk, bar, restaurants, etc.), daily deposit to bank, and petty cashOrganize and distribute paychecks as directedAttend precon meetings and client billing reviewPerforms storeroom / receiving activities as appropriate according to accepted procedures, verifies receipt of materials and supplies as specified on purchase order documents; places materials received into appropriate storageEnsures all hotel licenses / permits are renewed on a timely basis; tracks expiration dates and notifies management of deadlinesTransmits copies of checks and daily check log to shared services for proper postingBrings cash and checks to local bank for daily depositAssists in the preparation and distribution of reports generated by the departmentEstablishes and maintains files and distribute information, mail to shared servicesObtains data and information necessary to assist in responding to inquiriesAnswers incoming phone calls, directs calls to appropriate department as necessaryAssist in the completion of special projects as assigned by the Finance DirectorAssists in the completion of computerized receiving reports and transmission of receiving documentation to appropriate parties (defined in procedures)Assists in the performance of monthly quarterly and annual inventories as appropriateRegular attendance in conformance with standardsMay be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs of the hotelRequired to attend all training sessions and meetingsOther duties as assignedSupportive Functions and ResponsibilitiesNotifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of all problems and / or unusual matters of significance.Attends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions.Promotes and applies teamwork skill at all times.Is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees.Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area.Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards.Complies with required safety regulations and procedures.Complies with hotel standard, policies and rules.Recycles whenever possible.Remains current with hotel information and changes.Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards.Ability to make decisions on imperfect informationAgility in multi-taskingBias toward actionDecisivenessOther duties as assignedQualificationsExcellent communication skillsAbility to work in a team oriented environmentAbility to work independently in a time sensitive environmentAbility to maintain confidentially is mandatoryAbility to communicate clearly, timely, and accuratelyAbility to develop and maintain cooperative working relationshipsAbility to operate basic office equipmentProficient in Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint software applicationsEffective management, leadership, organizational and communication skillsAbility to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidaysEducationAssociates Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality or other business related field of studyExperienceThree years experience in Hospitality Accounting and or income / night audit managementLoews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
