Hotel Accountant

Hotel AccountantAre you an organized, analytical, self-starter with high energy that thrives in a fast-paced environment? Tharaldson Hospitality is looking for a Hotel Accountant to join our team!We provide a friendly, professional place to work and have fun, with opportunities for advancement and career growth. A strong company culture inspires staff to achieve the highest service standards in hospitality. Tharaldson has 87 hotels nationwide and will be adding to our hotel portfolio in the next 3 years, providing growth opportunities for our team members!What We Offer:Career advancement opportunitiesEmployee discountsCompetitive payDaily Pay OptionWork Location is at the Fargo Corporate OfficeComprehensive benefits for you and your family including (medical, vision, dental, 401k, Profit Sharing)Paid VacationSummaryThis position will perform the day to day, monthly, and annual activities associated with maintaining accurate accounting records and timely preparation of financial reports for hotels.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Job FunctionsRegular cash reconciliation.Monthly balance sheet reconciliation; preparation of month-end journal entries and supporting documentation.Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements following USALI guidelines.Assist with annual budget and audit processes.Prepare annual personal property renditions and quarterly FF&E draw requests.Work as a part of a team on hotel-related accounting projects.Review and update processes to gain efficiencies.Regular communication with hotel management, business partners, and co-workers carried out in a courteous and professional manner.Other duties and projects as assigned.CompetencyTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistanceInterpersonal – Maintains confidentialityOral Communication – Responds well to questionsTeam Work – Contributes to building a positive team spiritWritten Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written informationQuality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessBusiness Acumen – Understands business implications of decisionsDiversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differencesOrganizational Support – Follows policies and proceduresAdaptability – Manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected eventsAttendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at appointments and meetings on timeDependability – Commits to hours of work as necessary to reach goalsInitiative – Asks for and offers help when neededInnovation – Generates suggestions for improving workJudgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making processPlanning/Organizing – Prioritizes work activitiesProfessionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or positionQuality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote qualityQuantity – Strives to increase productivitySafety & Security – Observes safety and security procedure; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properlyTime Management – Ability to balance multiple projects at the same timeEducation/ExperienceDegree in Finance or Accounting preferred. Two to three years of experience required in a related accounting position.Language AbilityAbility to converse fluidly about a variety of topics of conversations and speak effectively to customers, management, and fellow employees. Write routine correspondence in a professional manner.Math AbilityKnowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports. Knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting.Computer SkillsProficient in Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Advance skills in Excel and knowledge of GP Dynamics and M3 Software highly beneficial.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.General office environment. Work is usually sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking up to 10% of the time. Minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues; lighting and temperature are adequate. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.