Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for core accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Income Audit, and General Ledger activities. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent financial reporting while supporting the Controller in maintaining effective accounting systems and controls.

Client Details

Hospitality and Events Services

Description

Income Audit & General Ledger

• Respond to inquiries related to guest and patron charges.

• Reconcile daily cash deposits and credit card transactions.

• Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.

• Generate and reconcile daily income journals from PMS and POS systems.

• Prepare reports for complimentary Food & Beverage items.

• Review event checks against Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).

• Prepare bank deposits and manage bank and hotel change requests.

• Track and process 'Due Backs' and manage Petty Cash, including reimbursements.

• Prepare Daily Cash Summaries and ensure compliance with cash handling and safe procedures.

Accounts Payable

• Create and manage purchase orders for departmental supplies.

• Maintain accurate purchase order records and resolve discrepancies with department leaders.

• Match invoices to authorized purchase orders and receiving documentation.

• Ensure invoices are properly approved prior to processing.

• Process invoices in the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner.

• Review vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payment.

• Set up new vendors and maintain vendor master data.

• Post invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts.

• Prepare and print checks for authorized signatures and distribution.

• Maintain organized records of payments and supporting documentation.

• Prepare and distribute financial reports as requested by the Director of Finance.

• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.

• Respond to vendor inquiries and review expense reports for accuracy.

• Prepare monthly journal entries and accruals.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support additional accounting projects and duties as assigned by management.

Profile

Experience

• Minimum of 4+ years of hospitality accounting experience, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Income Audit.

Systems & Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Sage Intacct is required.

• Experience with Toast and Mews PMS is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and math skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Job Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick time, and holidays)

• Parental leave

• Complimentary meals and snacks

• Training and professional development opportunities

• Team Member Referral Program: Earn $250 for successful referrals who remain employed for at least three months

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.