Accounting Generalist

Job Description

Accounting Generalist

The Finance Department of the Fairmont Chateau Whistler is looking for a dynamic, organized and collaborative team player. This role requires proficiency in Client Accounts Receivable billing (wedding, group) as a primary role, with general ledger accounting exposure to process receivable accounts, while ensuring adherence to standards required by corporate policies.

Salary Range: $56,000 - $58,200 per annum dependent on experience

Job Duties Include:

• Provide timely billing of Wedding/Group accounts following invoicing process, while maintaining records of advance deposits, apply as specified or refund as required
• Apply payments to the accounts receivables ledger, and perform daily shift closing; ensure all postings are properly coded for the general ledger
• Communicate and solve guest inquiries (verbal and written) promptly, and comply with all reasonable requests while adhering to hotel business standards
• Process group turnovers, convention resumes, & billing related emails / correspondence to administer the full accounts receivable cycle
• Administer group deposits and follow up on any missing deposits and credit applications when necessary
• Work collaboratively with accounting personnel to assist with accounting related activities of the hotel which include accounts payable, income audit, food and beverage physical inventory cost control, banking/cash management and credit / client billing on an as needed basis
• Assist in scanning invoices, bank direct debit and documents to the Centralized Accounting Service Delivery Team, along with other ad hoc duties

Qualifications

• College degree in Business/Accounting or combination of experience and education
• Previous Hospitality Operations exposure and Accounts Receivable experience preferred
• Familiarity with hotel operating systems (Opera PMS, Silverware POS and/or Micros POS) and exposure to accounting systems an asset (i.e. Birchstreet procurement tool, Sun GFS back of house, and Accounts Payable software)
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office required (Excel in particular)
• Excellent administrative/analytical ability; interpersonal/communication skills and self-motivated to work in a safe, prudent and organized manner
• Willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities, including extended hours at month end. Able to meet deadlines with quality results

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided
• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
• Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes