Centralized Staff Accountant - HEI Hotels and Resorts

About Us:HEI manages an unparalleled portfolio of leading full-service branded hotels and luxury and lifestyle independent hotels across the U.S. We are the acknowledged experts on upper-upscale, luxury, and premium select-serve hotels in urban, super-suburban, and destination locations.At HEI, we recognize that our enormous success is solely the result of our greatest asset: Our People. Where people work is a choice. Against that choice, our greatest obligation is to ensure day in and day out that our associates have the compensation and benefits they deserve and industry leading tools, training and support that they need to excel. At HEI, simply said, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing us by investing in and making them more valuable.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.Overview:

As a member of the Central Accounting Office, the Centralized Staff Accountant will work collaboratively with other members of the finance team and will have primary responsibility for preparing monthly financial statements for various operating entities of HEI Hotels & Resorts. Supports multiple hotel operations and administrative departments in a wide range of accounting and financial reporting and analytical activities. The position is accountable for processing Accounts Payable and understanding the procurement system and will assist with processing the Daily Income Journal and provide additional accounting support as needed. In addition, the Centralized Staff Accountant will prepare certain account reconciliations on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the month-end close and monthly financial statements for a portfolio of operating entities, including the corresponding review and analysis.
• Acts as a financial resource on a consistent basis, collaborating with management company executives, property accounting and Central Accounting teams in discovering creative solutions to improve overall business processes and performance.                                    
• Responsible for assisting with AP, AR, and Income Journal as well as other accounting functions as assigned; brings any accounting issues to the attention of senior staff.
• Works collaboratively with property and corporate management staff on all finance and accounting related matters.
• Trains hotel staff on daily, monthly, and quarterly processes.                                                        
• Trains and supports the Accounts Payable Clerks and Staff Accountants.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 1 to 3 years accounting/finance experience. Hospitality, real estate or service-industry experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of financial statements and GAAP concepts.
• Proven ability to work with complex Excel spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of enterprise-level accounting software systems.
• Performs work in a well-organized, self-directed manner with ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to independently prioritize and manage multiple tasks, work both independently and in a team environment, and grasp concepts quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and detail oriented with ability to think critically.
• Ability to partner with individuals at all levels of an organization to get tasks accomplished.

Benefits:

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs ​through EyeMed. ​Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status. 

 

Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

                                                                                                                                

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.