Accounting Clerk

Our teams are the intuitive force behind Aparium’s distinct experiences. If you’re driven by a passion for genuine hospitality and the list below sounds like you, we invite you to explore opportunities to contribute to our collective. Driven by excellence, always learning and growing. Possessing a deep connection to the place you call home. Recognizing that diverse talents and perspectives enrich our community. You belong here. Diversity We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team. Equity We are committed to impartial practices and fair opportunities for all to thrive. Inclusion We ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their authentic self. At Aparium, we believe how we treat our people is just as important as how we treat our guests. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your whole self—at work and in life—so you can grow, thrive, and feel inspired every day. This overview highlights many of the benefits we offer, though specific offerings and eligibility may vary based on your employment status. What We Offer Hotels Done Differently starts with people like you. Join a team where your personality and passion are part of the experience. Reports to Director of Finance: position is non-exempt

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Pay Rate: $24.00 - $25.00 Per hour Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Discounted pet insurance available through ASPCA 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion Greatly discounted room rates for Aparium properties for you and your out-of-town guests

WHO WE ARE

Hotels done differently. It’s not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve. Hewing Hotel is in Minneapolis’ vibrant North Loop neighborhood, more commonly known as the Warehouse District, joining cultural stalwarts Traffic Zone Center for Visual Arts and Target Field, home to baseball’s Minnesota Twins. With easy access to all interstates as well as Minneapolis’ Metro Transit Blue Line and Northstar Commuter Rail, The Hewing sits at the literal crossroads of the Twin Cities. While Minneapolis presents a plethora of hospitality options, none tap into the local culture to create importance and significance beyond the business traveler. The Hewing occupies the historic Jackson Building, originally built in 1897, at the gateway to the Warehouse District, immediately tying it to local culture like no other competitor. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.

WHO YOU ARE

You are confident in your abilities to be a soldier (tactical doer) and a partner (supporter and helper). Your experiences have led you to understand that there is an art + science to the how and what an accounting and finance professional is responsible for passion to understand and support the operation of the business. You enjoy the camaraderie of a team and know that everyone plays an important role, no matter their title. You are willing to jump in the trenches and find solutions to improving the process. Your experience and history will drive how you approach this role, but you are always striving to learn more. You are a glass half full person, and smiles come naturally for you. You garner satisfaction from making someone’s day better. You believe that working in finance and being personable do not need to be mutually exclusive.

THE ROLE

We are in search for a versatile team player for our Finance team. This position is a champion within the hotel Finance department and is responsible for understanding and adhering to GAAP compliance and alignment with the AHLA Uniform System of Accounts. This position ensures the accuracy and timeliness of deadline-oriented tasks within the Finance department. It is crucial that this role position themselves as a partner in the hotel for support on company accounting processes, procedures, tasks, and practices. The Accounting Clerk reports to the Director of Finance and collaborates closely with their peers on the Aparium Finance team to ensure the execution of financially sound business practices.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Model and implement the company's Art + Science ideologies to ensure the experiences of translocal hospitality, intuitive service and collaboration Actively participate in the execution of Finance tasks; including invoice processing, journal entries, reconciling invoices to purchase orders, organizing night audit packets, publishing daily reports, processing credit applications, processing advance deposits, managing event invoices, and responding to guest and vendor inquiries Uphold the company’s values and guidelines for a fostering a respectful workplace which encourages a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment Assist with the execution of accounting and finance procedures, practices and policies for the hotel, ensuring required deadlines are met Partner and collaborate with the various hotel departments necessary to promote the efficient, effective, and timely completion of accounting activities Adhere to and promote legal and finance compliance initiatives, policies, and procedures (including SOX, PCI and other legal financial reporting); and ensure adherence to Aparium policies and procedures and all applicable laws Oversee the hotel’s Accounts Payable process, and ensure invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with the hotel standard operating procedures Participate in the hotel Accounts Receivable process to ensure events are properly recorded, invoiced, and collected in a timely and accurate manner Execute cashier responsibilities, performing cash audits, and assisting associates with questions or needs related to their house banks while ensuring compliance with Aparium cash handling policies to help mitigate loss risks associated with cash Actively participate in the food, beverage, and retail inventory process to ensure accuracy and accountability Communicate in a timely and effective manner with hotel guests and vendors Ensure files are maintained in a neat and organized manner Assist with office supply ordering Assist with other tasks as assigned WHAT YOU WILL NEED A passion for the People, Place and Character of our community An affinity for accounting, working with numbers, and working with others in a hotel environment At least two years hospitality or accounting/finance experience; or comparable combination of education and experience Experience with bookkeeping or accounts payable Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel, Word and Outlook The ability to work well without direct supervision The ability to maintain integrity, confidentiality and discretion The ability to work in a safe, prudent and highly organized manner Strong oral and written skills in the English language An aptitude to guide and monitor business ethics and good business practice Conduct oneself in a most professional manner at all times to reflect the hotel standards Experience working with property management systems, Infor experience being a plus The ability to lift, balance and carry up to 30 lbs. to transport money, file boxes, etc. The ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in an office environment The ability to work in a dog friendly work environment The ability to typically work 40 hours a week during the daytime between Monday and Friday, with the willingness to work a flexible schedule at times to assist with “month-end” responsibilities and tasks to ensure accuracy As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and a sense of belonging for all associates. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, and where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer. A complete list of benefits, will be shared during the employment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aparium Hotel Group