Staff Accountant

HEI Hotels & Resorts is a distinguished hotel company rooted in the history and heritage of downtown Chicago. They are seeking a Staff Accountant who will be responsible for the Income Audit Processes/Reports and oversee/process the Payroll for the Hotel staff.

What you'll do:

• Sort and verify accuracy of Night Audit work (primarily receivables aspect), i.e. including reconciliation of banquet check extensions, coding of banquets at cost, review and route sales and promotion checks with back-up. Record department administration phone calls and inform Controller of any potential concern
• Post city ledger payments in property management system, reconcile and bill all city ledger accounts. Perform follow-up billing and credit collection documentation and inform Controller of any potential uncollectible accounts
• Reconcile credit card back-up to General Cashier Summary and inform Controller of any discrepancies. Bill out credit cards (AMEX, DINERS, etc.). Maintain accurate and legible logs for all credit cards
• Set up new accounts in accordance with established credit policy
• Assist in reconciling open account status items
• Input General Cashier Summary and maintain binder
• File and distribute credit card cancellations, bulletins and credit warnings. Process and follow-up on all returned checks accepted as cash payment. Record General Ledger and City Ledger reconciliations
• Verify that purchasing procedures are followed, i.e.: purchase order price compared to invoice price, purchase order quantity compared to invoice quantity, ensure that the purchase order number is valid. Maintain an accurate, up to date Purchase Order Log
• Route invoices with purchase order attached to department heads and Executive Committee members for approval. Ensure account coding is accurate and all invoices are being returned on a timely basis
• Process all approved invoices for payment, ensure all appropriate signatures and back-up attached
• Pay all hotel invoices in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of amount paid, account coding, invoice extension and that all discounts are taken
• Handle all vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements

What they're looking for:

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to compile facts and figures
• Ability to operate personal computer and calculator
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Accounting and Hotel experience

Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision are just a start.
• Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
• Discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs
• Free lunch