Accounting Clerk, Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Job Description

Job Description

The luxurious Lafayette Park Hotel and Spa ranks #1 in the region, thanks to stylish guest rooms and suites, top-tier dining, sparkling event spaces and service that's both gracious and intuitive. Winner of the 2020 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, The Park Bistro & Bar is where contemporary bistro fare meets European flair, offering a vibrant atmosphere combined with farm-to-table California cuisine. The Spa at the Park promotes well-being through a holistic approach that rejuvenates the mind, body and spirit. With an array of specialty treatments, the Spa at the Park is truly the best day spa the East Bay has to offer.

We are seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our team.

Under limited supervision, the Accounting Clerk assists the Accounting department in performing multiple duties related to the Accounting functions of the organization, within the established deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, record, and process accounts payable and cash disbursement, and accounts receivable. cash receipts and daily income audit/journal.
• Assist in the posting of accounts to the general ledger for: accounts receivable, cash receipts, accounts payable and cash disbursements.
• Review open invoice reports and follow up with a schedule of payments or adjustments.
• Assist controller with the year-end financial audit.
• Maintain required records, reports, and files in an organized manner.
• Perform other related duties as directed or as the situation dictates.
• Maintains required records, reports and files in an organized manner.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by the Hotel from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including separation of employment.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the Hotel.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with the Hotel rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of the Hotel facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To 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.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine Accounting Reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, associates of organization, associates and the general public and to optimally present information and respond to questions.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficient in MS Office with emphasis on Excel and working knowledge of Opera highly preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree on Accounting from four-year college or university preferred. One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

No certifications needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; sit and talk or hear.

The associate is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

GROOMING

All associates must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available.)

PAY RANGE

The pay rate for this position is $21.00 to $23.00. This is the pay range for this position that the Hotel reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience, type of hotel experience, and education.

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion (including religious dress and grooming), sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender-related appearance and behavior), partnership status, pregnancy (childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, citizenship status or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Consistent with the American’s With Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodation needed to complete the application process. Please contact the People and Culture Department if you have any questions regarding this policy.