Area Accounting Clerk | Thunder Bay Hotel Collection Silver Hotel Group

Area Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for performing accounting duties as required for the three propertie in our Thunder Bay Hotel Collection.  This role requires a focused, detail oriented individual.  Key areas of responsibility include accounts receivable, accounts payable, cashier, and payroll functions.  This role works in coordination with the home office accounting and finance department while reporting to the Dual General Manager for Days Inn Thunder Bay.

.What We Offer

• Work with like-minded team members who are passionate about their work and keep things fun, every day!
• Working with a reputable brand and being part of Silver Hotel Group, a company committed to ensuring a culture of respect, appreciation, and fun (among other things of course)!
• A fast-paced environment in an exciting industry, where you get the chance to meet people from all over the world. It’s a good place to be right now!
• Education Reimbursement for you (and your children!)
• Annual Wellness Credit
• Team Member Referral Program
• Leadership Development
• Team Building Events
• Culture of Recognition Program
• Hotel Stay Discounts

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all property level phases of accounts payable and assist with accounts receivable.
• Oversee and lead the payroll process for the Hotel, providing guidance and direction to department leaders to ensure payroll accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure that guests have best possible experience by troubleshooting and resolving all billing-related disputes in a timely manner.
• Acknowledged all guest billing inquiries or concerns within 48 hours of receiving the initial complaint.
• Prepare regular reports and summaries of accounting activities as required.
• Review all ledger details: guest ledger, city ledger and deposit ledgers to validate proper payment and revenue posting, resolve issues as needed.
• Ensure all new hire paperwork, benefits and other pertinent personnel documents are uploaded to Payworks and maintained in accordance with the company practices.
• Participate in property inventory counts.
• Reconcile and complete daily cash deposits.
• Provide direction and training to hotel operational team in areas related to accounting processes, internal controls, and payroll, etc.
• Adhere to a system of policies and procedures that impose an adequate level of control over Accounting Department activities.
• Drive the corporate culture, personifying it in daily interactions with both guests and team members;
• Be an engaging leader who is highly inclusive, inspiring and able to relate to all levels;
• Create a fun and supportive working environment where team members aspire to do what is right and are given the empowerment to execute

 Environmental Factors

• Primarily a weekday schedule, Monday to Friday, with some occasional work required in the evenings and on weekends.
• Travel to the different hotel locations as needed and often work from various hotel locations.
• Significant time spent on a computer keyboard.
• Regular communication with Hotel General Managers and Corporate Finance Managers.
• Some lifting (up to 30 lbs), on occasion.
• A fast-paced and ever-evolving industry with high demands to perform.
• Swift strategic thinking while under pressure to execute project strategies.

What We Are Looking For...

• Minimum of two years demonstrated accounting/bookkeeping experience, preferably in hospitality;
• Accounting skills and knowledge acquired through business college or enrolment in an accounting program are considered an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to interact in a team environment with several divisions/departments
• Friendly and cooperative disposition and easily able to work cooperatively with team members;
• Strong administrative, organizational and time management skills;
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal;
• Exceptional analytical skills to prepare reports and to solve routine accounting problems;
• Strong Compute r skills - knowledge of SAGE, Maestro, Opera, POS, Delphi and Excel a definite asset.
• Available to work holidays as required, based on business needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel is required.

About Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thunder Bay

Days Inn & Suites Thunder Bay is an award-winning Hotel offering 92 well-appointed guestrooms, a fitness room, salt water swimming pool and hot tub, along with one meeting room. We offer our Guest’s a deluxe continental breakfast each morning. A quick 10-minute drive from the Thunder bay International Airport this Hotel is located near Confederation College and the Intercity shopping area. Sharing our parking lot with Tim Horton’s and Montana’s offers our Guests some great meal options without leaving the parking lot.

As part of Wyndham Worldwide Hotels, we have access to over 9,000 Hotels globally.

About Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thunder Bay North

https://www.silverhotelgroup.com/hotel/days-inn-by-wyndham-thunder-bay-north/

Days Inn by Wyndham Thunder Bay North is an award-winning Hotel offering 92 well-appointed guestrooms, complimentary breakfast, a fitness room and one meeting room

Located next to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre we offer our Guests a worry-free place to stay while in Thunder Bay for medical purposes. Close to Lakehead University and a short drive to Thunder Bay’s Entertainment District makes us a great place to stay. Sharing our parking lot with 5Forks Restaurant and Subway offers our Guests some great meal options without leaving the parking lot.

Our quiet yet central location is just ten minutes from the Thunder Bay Airport and downtown Thunder Bay, keeping you close to everything you want but away from the noise you don’t.

As part of Wyndham Worldwide Hotels, we have access to over 9,000 Hotels globally.

About Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre

https://www.silverhotelgroup.com/hotel/valhalla-hotel-conference-centre/

The Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre is both the largest full-service hotel in Northwestern Ontario and the most unique. Located just minutes away from the Thunder Bay International Airport and near to some of the city’s main attractions, The Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre is perfectly situated for any traveling to Thunder Bay. With a wide array of accommodations ranging from Executive Suites to Family Rooms and even Pet-Friendly Rooms, the Hotel boasts 265 rooms meeting every traveler’s needs. 

About Us

https://www.silverhotelgroup.com/

Silver Hotel Group (SHG) is a family-owned Canadian hotel investment, development, and management company. Our portfolio includes hotels in Canada and the U.S. and ranges from internationally branded full and select-service hotels to independent and boutique hotels. At SHG, our culture is fundamental to our success. Each empowered team member strives to exhibit passion, creativity, and fun every day. Together, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences by living our core values as our road map: Accountability, Teamwork, Leadership, Diversity, Integrity, Giving, Fun, and Recognition. As we continue to grow, our mantra “You Matter” resonates with our 600+ team members in how we do business, which will continue to enhance engagement and retention. Today, we look for new team members who demonstrate both aptitude and the passion to embrace and contribute to our Culture.

Help us build something exceptional!

The Silver Hotel Group believes in outstanding hospitality and takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to respecting the independence and dignity of all persons by providing a barrier-free environment for all guests, colleagues, and job applicants. Accommodations are available upon request for all applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at 905-362-9480. The Silver Hotel Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.