Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable ClerkResponsible for billing, collection and maintenance of the hotel's accounts receivable account and compliance of all credit policies and procedures.Duties & Responsibilities:Process and send direct bill invoices to city ledger accounts: Gather and verify back up information Establish an accurate and efficient filing system so that bills are emailed on a timely basis with complete and understandable information Print and email statement within three business days Prepare and email follow up statements per Standard Operating Procedures Ensure compliance with meeting guidelines for billingEnsure proper adherence to current hotel credit policies and procedures: Process all credit applications Notify Sales/Catering persons of status of billed accounts Set up approved direct bill accounts Attend and participate in all Pre- or Post-convention meetings Charge past due accounts proper finance chargesMaintain accurate balance in accounts receivable: Posting city ledger and credit card payments daily Follow established procedures for collection of overdue accounts Respond within 24 hours to all disputes or inquiries on accounts Maintain all information pertaining to accounts in a neat and orderly fashion Keeping Sales and Catering person informed of account statusParticipates in month end activities and report preparation: Food and Beverage Inventories Month end reports and statements Closing journal entries, adjustments, and general ledger reconciliationsPrepare reports on hotel revenue and receivables: Weekly Accounts Receivable Aging Report Weekly Sales and Catering Account Payment Status reports Review daily flash reports for accuracyProcess credit card transactions and refunds for Sales accounts and transient guests.Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance which require corrective action.Conduct and/or attend meetings as required.Prepare reports as requested, to develop an informative database for improved management decision making and critical evaluation of work activities.Perform all accountabilities in a professional, timely and efficient manner, following established company policy and projecting a favorable image to achieve objectives, public recognition, and acceptance as the preferred hotel company.Perform all other duties as requested or required to ensure the smooth operation of the entire hotel.Essential Functions:Ability to work with computer spreadsheets and other accounting software on a computer systemAbility to visually, physically, and manually count inventory of areas of responsibility, which may require stooping, bending, lifting, and climbing stairsAbility to verbally communicate effectively with guests/vendors to resolve any billing issuesAbility to communicate with all managers, supervisors, and fellow associatesOther Requirements:Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferredExperience: minimum 1 year in accounting or accounts receivableKnowledge of English and local languageAbility to handle conflict situations in a professional mannerBe well groomed and conform to the hotel's dress code (business attire for this position)Safety Awareness:Maintain safety by adhering to safety policies, being responsible to report all accidents immediately. Support all safety programs. Proceed with caution when walking on slippery floors. Ensure proper safety instructions are given before operating any equipment.Notice: ARLLC, operating as Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center, function seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. You as an associate must realize this fact and be aware that at times, it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed shift, as business demands. In addition, you understand that business determines the amount of hours you work, and that some weeks may be scheduled for less than forty hours, and on other weeks you may be scheduled to work more than forty hours per week. Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hourWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.