Accounting Clerk - Caribe Royale Orlando Hotel - Caribe Royale

Scope of Position

The Accounting Clerk performs a variety of general accounting support tasks within the accounting department. He/she is responsible for recording, storing, accessing, and/or analyzing computerized financial information. The Accounting Clerk is also responsible for maintaining accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data along with assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in a large-scale hotel preferred.
• Strong Income Audit experience preferred.
• Professional demeanor appropriate for a resort environment.
• Knowledge of business applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Able to work independently and exercise judgment to resolve questionable data that may arise.

Responsibilities

• Verify the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records.
• Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures.
• Update and maintain accounting journals, ledgers, spreadsheets, and other records detailing financial business transactions.
• Compile data and prepare a variety of finance/accounting reports as needed.
• Reconciles records with internal company employees and management, or external vendors or customers.
• Investigates questionable data.
• Record, store, and/or analyze information using property software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the accounting team to create a cohesive environment.
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Income Auditor duties.
• Perform any other duties as requested by management.

Education

• 2-year University/College degree in Finance, Accounting, or related major or 4-year University/College degree in Finance, Accounting, or related major.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate in the English language. Second language is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to create and maintain spreadsheets.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
• Experience using computers and software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends and able to perform multiple tasks.

Physical Requirements

• On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen.
• Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding the desk.
• Use the telephone and computer keyboard daily.
• Must be physically fit to lift, pull, and push items up to 50 pounds.
• Requires standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout shift.

I acknowledge that I have reviewed the Accounting Clerk job description. This is a summary of the main responsibilities for this position. Business demands dictate work hours and schedules. Attendance and timeliness are a requirement of this position. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time, to meet our guests' needs. I understand that I must also adhere to the property service standards, as well as grooming and uniform standards specific to this position, always maintaining a neat and clean appearance. I will also adhere to any OSHA (safety) practices and wear any assigned PPE (personal protective equipment) as needed.