Accounting Specialist

# Accounting SpecialistSeascape Beach Resort - Aptos, CA 95003## OverviewSalary Range$28.00 - $36.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyCategoryAccounting## Description**SUMMARY:**The Accounting Specialist will work with the Accounting Manager to perform month-end closing, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and other projects as requested by partners and the executive team.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assist in reviewing hotel AR ledgers and general ledgers to prepare for month-end close.* Performs balance sheet reconciliations.* Assist in preparing work papers for CPA annual review.* Assist in monthly bank reconciliations for all resort accounts.* Assist in reviewing, designing, and documenting internal accounting procedures and processes.* Prepare journal entries and ad-hoc financial reporting.* Oversee the vendor program and process 1099 NEC, MISC, and INT forms annually.* Check that all invoices have been properly coded and approved for payment.* Review the accuracy of the invoice entries into the system and prepare accounts payable checks and mail it out to the vendors when signed.* Work with the department heads and vendors to provide them all the AP-related information they may need.* Analyze vendor accounts and negotiate extended terms with vendors when cash is restricted.* Maintain accounts payable files.* Assist in monthly closings by posting invoices accrual and other AP related month-end closing items.* Assist on special projects as directed by the Controller and CFO.* Work with Human Resources and other relevant departments to process payroll bi-weekly.* Review payroll deductions and liabilities for accuracy.* Count all cash and checks received for the day and prepare bank deposit.* Perform other related duties as requested by the Accounting Manager and CFO.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:*** Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.* Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate subordinates.* Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.* Highly dependable with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.* Strong mathematics, analytical, and problem-solving skills.* Ability to organize effectively.* Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.* Ability to accept responsibility and accountability for their actions.* Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.* Ability to produce a new concept or idea and think outside the box.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or Business.* Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.* Over two years of payroll processing experience.* Hospitality experience preferred.**LANGUAGE SKILLS:** * Ability to read, comprehend and provide instructions, both written and verbal.**COMPUTER SKILLS:*** Computer skills required for communication and reporting.* Knowledge of NetSuite and Paycom desired.* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel highly desired**CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:*** Must provide valid document(s) to work in the US. #J-18808-Ljbffr