A Jr. Accountant is responsible for serving as an accounting generalist in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
What will I be doing?
As a Jr. Accountant, you would be responsible for serving as an accounting generalist in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Perform general accounting responsibilities to include, but not limited to, reconciling General Ledger accounts, reviewing discrepancies and problematic accounts
- Account analysis and adjustments as instructed by Finance Manager and/or Director of Finance.
- Process different financial reports
- Participate in audits
- Perform accounts receivables and accounts payables duties
- Perform general cashier duties
- Accurately process reports including, but not limited to, month-end closing, monthly forecast and variance, inventories, audits, etc.
- Assist with general accounting duties, as needed
- Vacations relief for the areas as assigned by Finance Manager and/or Director of Finance
- Perform any duties and responsibilities assigned by the Finance Manager and/or Director of Finance, based on departmental needs
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
In addition, to be succesful in this role the candidate must demonstrate the following skills and/or knowledge:
- Relevant degree in Accounting or Finance, minimum required
- 3 to 4 years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, required
- Computer oriented with a strong knowledge in the creation or management of spreadsheets and/or formulas in Excel
- Knowledge of other computer programs such as Word, Power Point, Micros and other database handling programs
- Strong analytical and business skills
- Strong focus on customer service
- Ability to write reports and/or present information with a clear and business oriented focus
- Fully bilingual in Englis and Spanish
- Available to work different shifts and days (including holidays), as needed
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!