Position Summary
The Property Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day, weekly, and monthly accounting operations of the hotel. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of all financial records, reconciliations, and reporting — from cash handling and night audit review to month-end close and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate brings strong hospitality accounting experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced property environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily Operations -
- Prepare and deliver bank deposits; process change orders and maintain certified deposit receipts
- Complete drop witness log and reconcile cash/checks against PMS, PEP, and POS reports
- Review and approve the Night Audit package; confirm POS clearing and report distribution
- Upload daily reports to property management system (e.g., SharePoint or equivalent)
- Reconcile PMS with accounting core system (e.g., M3 or equivalent) and complete daily rollover
- Prepare and post the Mail Check Register for manual check receipts
- Reconcile hotel and outlet credit cards (PMS and POS); complete reconciliation worksheets
- Review Hilton Advance Purchase payment report (or brand equivalent) and post to reservations or AR
Weekly Operations -
- Route, GL-code, and enter vendor invoices in accounts payable system; verify against vendor statements
- Review and submit AR invoices; conduct collections and coordinate with the sales team on aging balances
- Review house account, advance deposit, and ledger balances at minimum weekly
- Reconcile and prepare payroll; distribute labor forecast/tracker to hotel leadership
- Process petty cash reimbursement and reconciliation
Monthly Operations -
- Audit all house banks (front desk, GM safe, F&B) and complete bank reconciliation worksheet
- Reconcile all ledger accounts: Guest, Group Master, House Accounts, Closed Folio, Advance Deposit, and Direct Bill
- Complete full month-end close package including: Last Day Audit Report, Advanced Deposit Ledger, Guest Ledger, Management Report, A/R Report, Group Mastery Summary, Tax Exempt Documentation, Credit Card Detail, Chargeback Report, and Franchise Invoice
- Assist with F&B inventory close; enter adjustments and pull Fintech Beverage Classification Report
- Complete linen inventory reconciliation
- Post Honors Reward reimbursements to AR upon receipt of monthly invoice
- Review and distribute Profit & Loss Statement; update 12-month forecast/budget in accounting system
- Upload month-end reporting package to designated platform
Qualifications:
Required -
- 2+ years of accounting experience in a hotel or hospitality environment
- Proficiency with property management systems (e.g., OnQ, Opera, PEP, or equivalent)
- Experience with hotel accounting software (e.g., M3, Sage, or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of night audit processes, ledger reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet recurring deadlines
Preferred -
- Experience with a major hotel brand accounting environment (Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, or similar)
- Familiarity with Elavon, AMEX Merchant Services, Reeco, or Fintech beverage systems
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience with payroll processing and labor reporting
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Hotel travel discounts
- Opportunities for growth within the property and management company
- A collaborative, supportive accounting team environment
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-site gym
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
