JOB SUMMARY:

Kent Hospitality Group is seeking an Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, and support the company’s strategic growth. This role is critical in managing general accounting functions, financial analysis, and compliance across multiple hospitality locations. The ideal candidate will have hospitality industry experience, a strong understanding of revenue recognition, cost controls, and financial reporting, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Review, code, and approve vendor invoices, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to company policies.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger to ensure all payments and expenses are properly accounted for.
• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating payment terms and resolving disputes or discrepancies.
• Process ACH, wire transfers, and check payments while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Monitor cash flow related to payables and provide accurate forecasting.
• Ensure proper tax treatment of vendor payments, including sales tax and 1099 reporting.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing necessary accruals and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with procurement and other departments to improve purchase order (PO) processes and expense controls.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Assist in audit preparation and provide necessary documentation for internal and external audits.