Staff Accountant

Company Overview

Proper Hospitality is an international hospitality company that designs, brands and operates bespoke properties and experiences. We will begin opening our eponymously-named Proper Hotels in late 2016, with the initial properties slated to open in emerging urban innovation districts within the most exciting U.S. cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin and Brooklyn. Each Proper Hotel will be a unique reflection of the vibrant community around it, but will share the same excellence in service, convenience of location, and world-class amenities provided by its local networks of co-conspirators – innovators in food, beverage, technology, art, music, fashion and wellness.

Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.

 What follows is a general overview of some of the qualifications for, and duties associated with, this position, and certain expectations regarding job performance. This is not a comprehensive job description, and it does not identify all essential job functions or duties associated with this position. It is being provided as additional information to help you better understand the position.

Job Profile

Must love hospitality! The Staff Accountant prepares, develops and reviews the accounting and financial information for the property, as well as provides a strong level of support to the accounting team. Specializations required in accounts payables, accounts receivables and general cashier.

General Responsibilities Include:

·         Answering all vendor inquiries

·         Invoicing hotels on a monthly basis for Intercompany charges

·         Preparing Month-End reconciliations of Accounts Payable

·         Oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable

·         Reviewing month end reporting package for data validation

·         Entering and organizing Purchase Orders and Invoices, ensuring all appropriate backup is included

·         Preparing check payments, obtaining authorizing signatures and filing

·         Performing additional duties, as assigned

·         Processing weekly payroll

·         Income Audit

Skills/Knowledge Required:

·         Working knowledge of Opera and ADP preferred.

·         Must be self directed, motivated and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.

·         Excellent ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and openly in all interactions.

·         Strong organizational and analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines.

·         Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail.

·         Technologically savvy and computer literate, with extensive knowledge of Accounting software, and all MS Office programs.

·         Must be able to show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.

·         Preferably 1-2 years payroll experience

Qualification Standards:

Education: Bachelors degree with specialization in Accounting or Finance

Experience: 2 years of hotel accounting experience is preferred. Prior experience within a luxury hotel environment preferred.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Proper Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Company Overview

Proper Hospitality is an international hospitality company that designs, brands and operates bespoke properties and experiences. We will begin opening our eponymously-named Proper Hotels in late 2016, with the initial properties slated to open in emerging urban innovation districts within the most exciting U.S. cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin and Brooklyn. Each Proper Hotel will be a unique reflection of the vibrant community around it, but will share the same excellence in service, convenience of location, and world-class amenities provided by its local networks of co-conspirators – innovators in food, beverage, technology, art, music, fashion and wellness.

Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.

 What follows is a general overview of some of the qualifications for, and duties associated with, this position, and certain expectations regarding job performance. This is not a comprehensive job description, and it does not identify all essential job functions or duties associated with this position. It is being provided as additional information to help you better understand the position.

Job Profile

Must love hospitality! The Staff Accountant prepares, develops and reviews the accounting and financial information for the property, as well as provides a strong level of support to the accounting team. Specializations required in accounts payables, accounts receivables and general cashier.

General Responsibilities Include:

·         Answering all vendor inquiries

·         Invoicing hotels on a monthly basis for Intercompany charges

·         Preparing Month-End reconciliations of Accounts Payable

·         Oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable

·         Reviewing month end reporting package for data validation

·         Entering and organizing Purchase Orders and Invoices, ensuring all appropriate backup is included

·         Preparing check payments, obtaining authorizing signatures and filing

·         Performing additional duties, as assigned

·         Processing weekly payroll

·         Income Audit

Skills/Knowledge Required:

·         Working knowledge of Opera and ADP preferred.

·         Must be self directed, motivated and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.

·         Excellent ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and openly in all interactions.

·         Strong organizational and analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines.

·         Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail.

·         Technologically savvy and computer literate, with extensive knowledge of Accounting software, and all MS Office programs.

·         Must be able to show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.

·         Preferably 1-2 years payroll experience

Qualification Standards:

Education: Bachelors degree with specialization in Accounting or Finance

Experience: 2 years of hotel accounting experience is preferred. Prior experience within a luxury hotel environment preferred.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Proper Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.