Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager - New Orleans, Louisiana

Just a ten-minute walk from the French Quarter and situated deep in the heart of the bohemian Warehouse District near the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, Cambria New Orleans is an art-filled retreat that captures the spirit of one of the most vibrant cities in the world.

Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.

This eclectic, character-filled hotel gives guests unfettered access to New Orleans’ best restaurants, cocktail bars, music venues, and entertainment.

It’s authentic, warm welcome and thoughtful design provide a home base for explorers, making a home away from home for all who pass through.

As a member of the Accounting team at Cambria, you would play a pivotal part in the guest experience by protecting the privacy, security, and the company's confidential information and assets.

At Sage Hospitality, we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities.

We set new standards in hospitality.

Job Overview

Assists with the supervision and coordination of the accounting operations in the hotel. Compiles, reviews, reconciles, prepares, and analyzes entries to facilitate the bookkeeping function.

Assists with the processing of financial statements and other reports to ensure accurate, timely information.

The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls.

In some instances, is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable).

Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes, and report SOP and procedural violations.

This position involves some overlap with other departments (front office, guest-facing, and possibly some people and culture-related tasks).

Responsibilities

• Train, direct the work, resolve problems, and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts, and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.
• Compile, prepare, back-up, and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls.
• May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit / collection and food and beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely, and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.
• Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel. Areas included are Food and Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.

Qualifications

Education / Formal Training

A four-year college degree (Accounting preferred) or equivalent education / experience.

Experience

Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organizations.

Knowledge / Skills

Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.

Requires the ability to investigate and analyze current activities and / or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to train and deal with management and employees.

Ability to read and comprehend reports, computer, ledgers, etc.

Limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.

Limited bending / kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.

Mobility - limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing required. No climbing or driving required.

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