Accounts Receivables
FAIRMONT
 
Banff, AB
Full-time
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Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.


Job Description

Accounting Generalist - Accounts Receivables

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) as a primary role, with general ledger accounting exposure, while ensuring adherence to standards required by corporate policies.

What is in it for you:

Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500 - lifetime), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
Comprehensive wellness platform (LifeWorks) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Banff Springs and over 5,000 properties with Accor
What you will be doing:

Reporting to the (Assistant) Credit Manager, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
Provide timely billing of Wedding/Group accounts following invoicing process
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
Communicate and solve guest inquiries (verbal and written) promptly, and comply with all reasonable requests while adhering to hotel business standards
Ensure all postings are accurately coded for the general ledger
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
May be required to work extended hours at month end
Assist the finance leadership team with ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

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 preferred (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 and tasks to meet deadlines with quality result

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

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 preferred (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 and tasks to meet deadlines with quality result
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

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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 tomorrow's hospitality.
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