EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree (or equivalent certificate) in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study from an accredited university required.
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Familiarity with M3 accounting software is strongly preferred.
• Accounting experience within the realm of Hospitality preferred.
• Experience in multi-property management preferred.

COMPETENCIES / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Excellent leadership, management, and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret and translate complex financial data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Proficient in technical accounting operations.
• Ability to motivate team members and contribute to a positive, growth-inspired culture.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks for the team while continuing to meet goals and deadlines

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Clear verbal communication with team members.
• Ability to speak, hear, see, read, write, type, dial, reach, and bend .
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
• Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, 10-key adding machine, electric typewriter, multi-line touch tone phone, filing cabinets, FAX machines, photocopiers, dolly, and other office equipment as needed.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is minimal, including car, train and/or airline travel along with overnight stays, will be required as we operate properties in multiple states.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

SUMMARY SCOPE OF ROLE

The Corporate Payables Accountant plays a crucial role in managing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for our hotels and corporate office. This position also provides essential administrative support to IDM Leadership, including handling invoicing, payroll reporting, and report generation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Process hotel billings and ensure timely completion of payments.
• Collaborate with property leaders to verify the accuracy of new billings and outstanding accounts, maintaining Accounts Receivable Aging in compliance with Accounting SOPs and corporate standards.
• Maintain an organized filing system for direct billing.
• Assist the Director of Accounting and the Corporate Receivables Accountant with Accounts Payable tasks, including invoice processing and managing the checkbook accounting system.
• Working with members of the accounting department to compile, analyze, and report accounts payable data including annual 1099 processing.
• Administer and manage expense reporting for clients and internal team members.
• Providing support to the month-end closing processes.
• Enforcing financial and inventory controls.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of all direct bill accounts.
• Perform additional accounting duties as directed by the Accounting Director and IDM Leadership.
• All other duties as assigned.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide back-up support to other positions within the accounting department.
• Provide training to new team members and property-level users as needed.
• Communicate and consult with appropriate corporate office support departments as necessary.
• Provide phone coverage for the main office.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Payables Accountant reports directly to the Director of Accounting and does not maintain supervisory responsibilities.