Accounting Generalist

Job summary

The role focuses on the full accounts receivable cycle, specifically managing billing for wedding and group accounts and processing payments. It also involves collaborating with the finance team on accounts payable, income audits, and cash management.

Job details

Company Description Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites. 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 This position is available for an immediate start. If you are unable to start right away, we will be launching our winter recruitment campaign in early August for roles with start dates between October and December. 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 Additional Information Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort! We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: CWR.Careers@fairmont.com. #CWMRLeadership

What you’ll do

The role focuses on the full accounts receivable cycle, specifically managing billing for wedding and group accounts and processing payments. It also involves collaborating with the finance team on accounts payable, income audits, and cash management.

Requirements

Candidates should have a college degree in Business or Accounting and preferably experience in hospitality operations and accounts receivable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with hotel operating systems like Opera PMS is an asset.

Benefits

• Subsidized staff accommodation • Complimentary meal in staff cafeteria • Employee Travel Program • Discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties • Golf/Ski passes

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts Receivable
• General Ledger Accounting
• Billing
• Financial Reporting
• Microsoft Excel
• Opera PMS
• Silverware POS
• Micros POS
• Birchstreet
• Sun GFS
• Analytical Ability
• Interpersonal Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Hospitality
• Administrative