Accounting Generalist - Jobs in Banff, AB

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The Finance Department of the Fairmont Banff Springs is looking for a dynamic, organized and collaborative team player. This role requires proficiency in Client Accounts Receivable billing (wedding, group, tour) as a primary role, with Accounts Payable and general ledger exposure, while ensuring adherence to standards required by corporate policies.Hotel Overview: For 130 years, The Fairmont Banff Springs has built a distinct and iconic reputation. With 757 guest rooms, world-class golf and spa experiences, 78,000 square feet of expansive conference facilities, and one of the largest food & beverage operations in North America, our Castle in the Rockies is the place to ignite a brilliant career. This is a vibrant workplace with tremendous growth and mentorship opportunities; a place for colleagues who aspire to deliver amazing guest service, learn, grow and innovate.The Rocky Mountains offers a fantastic lifestyle. Just a 1-hour drive from Calgary, Banff uniquely blends a community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It’s all at your doorstep; this year-round, mountain culture offers work–life balance in one of Canada’s most spectacular destinations. Our welcoming community is cultural, and dynamic.Summary of Responsibilities:Reporting to the Credit Manager, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Provide timely billing of Wedding/Group/Tour accounts following invoicing protocol
• Maintain 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
• Be able to communicate and solve guest inquiries (verbal & written) promptly, and comply with all reasonable requests while adhering to the standards required by the hotel.
• To ensure the application of payments to the accounts receivables ledger
• To perform a daily shift closing, or ensure all postings are aptly coded for the general ledger.
• Print all group turnovers, convention resumes, & billing related emails / correspondence, etc.
• To administer group deposits and follow up on any missing deposits and credit applications when necessary
• To work collaboratively with accounting personnel to assist with accounting related activities of the hotel which include accounts payable, food and beverage inventory cost control, banking/cash management and credit / client billing
• Retrieve invoices payable delivered to Accounting Office
• Investigate outstanding vendor inquiries regarding payments
• Scan invoices, bank direct debit and documents to the Centralized Accounting Service Delivery Team
• Participates in month end physical inventory stock count
• May be required to work extended hours at month end
• Assist the finance leadership team with ad hoc projects and requests
• Other duties as assigned

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 particularly)
• 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 and tasks to meet deadlines with quality results

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent sitting throughout shift
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.APPLY TODAY: Whether youre launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit www.fairmontcareers.com to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTSAt Fairmont Hotels & Resort we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. Thats why youll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry - leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like Londons The Savoy, New Yorks The Plaza, and Shanghais Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.Why work for Accor We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrows hospitality.Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESSAPPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living in Banff, please visit www.banffspringsjobs.comQuick Apply

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