Staff Accountant

JOB OVERVIEW

The Staff Accountant supports the Accounting & Finance Department by performing essential accounting, clerical, and administrative functions. This role assists with day-to-day financial operations, maintains accurate records, supports budgeting and reporting processes, and helps ensure compliance with hotel policies and accounting standards. Such a position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional seeking hands-on experience in hospitality finance.

This role is eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) candidates

WHAT WE OFFER

• Pay rate: $55,000 - $70,000 annually
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Exclusive worldwide Hilton employee travel discount program
• ... and more

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter and maintain accurate financial data in the hotel's accounting system (M3), including invoices, vendor payments, receipts, and journal entries
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing as assigned
• Verify accuracy of financial documents prior to entry and flag discrepancies for review
• Assist in preparing and inputting budget data, including departmental expense forecasts and revenue projections, under supervision
• Support ongoing budget tracking by updating spreadsheets and system reports
• Maintain well-organized digital and physical financial records to ensure easy retrieval during audits, internal reviews, or management requests
• File, scan, and archive accounting documents in accordance with hotel retention policies
• Assist in preparing routine financial reports such as daily revenue summaries, expense logs, and basic variance reports
• Compile supporting documentation for month-end and year-end close processes
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure compliance with hotel policies, internal controls, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Support audit requests by gathering required documentation and schedules
• Handle clerical and administrative tasks related to the finance department, including correspondence, scheduling, and document organization

• Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Prior accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred; hospitality or hotel accounting experience is a plus

Required Skills/Abilities

• Familiarity with accounting software; experience with M3 is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong knowledge of advanced Microsoft Excel formulas and related skillsets
• Ability to learn hotel systems such as PMS and POS interfaces
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Schedule

The work schedule is based on the demands of the business you must be available days, nights, weekends, and/or holiday availability are required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or guests.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.

Sun Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.