Account Manager

Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT is a distinguished hotel located in the vibrant University Park at MIT area, renowned for its rich infrastructure of invention and innovation. Situated in the Boston/Cambridge region—a cultural hub of the United States—this hotel benefits from being surrounded by world-famous music ensembles like The Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Handel and Haydn Society, as well as numerous cultural institutions including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Science, and the Children’s Museum. The hotel offers elegant guest rooms and suites designed to provide luxurious sanctuary and unparalleled comfort to its visitors. With convenient access to local transportation such as MBTA bus and train services just three blocks away, Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT combines convenience with sophistication to ensure a memorable stay for all guests.

Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT is not only a place for guests to experience outstanding hospitality but also fosters a supportive and enriching environment for its associates. The hotel offers various benefits including free meals, discounted parking, and free uniform cleaning, highlighting its commitment to associate well-being. The establishment values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds, including those with U.S. military experience, to apply even if they do not meet every qualification perfectly. This inclusive approach reflects the company’s dedication to building a diverse and dynamic workforce.

The role available is for an assistant to the Director of Finance, a critical position responsible for overseeing the financial activities of the hotel. The position requires safeguarding the hotel’s assets and preparing financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and HEI Hotels and Resorts standards. This role is essential in ensuring the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the hotel’s accounting functions. This full-time position offers a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually and is not eligible for tips, service charge, or discretionary performance bonuses.

Key responsibilities of this role include assisting with all accounting functions when necessary, effectively managing controllable departmental expenditures, and overseeing the scheduling and evaluation of accounting staff, including the Night Audit team. The assistant will also support the preparation of financial statements within designated timeframes, verify compliance with finance standard operating procedures, and participate in asset inventories and record retention in compliance with government regulations.

Additional duties involve managing accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely cash deposits, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and addressing any discrepancies in coordination with the Director of Finance. The role also involves management responsibilities such as attracting and training management candidates, maintaining attendance compliance, and performing other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and at least one year of experience in hotel or hospitality finance and accounting. They should possess strong knowledge of hotel financial statements, analytical skills with attention to detail, proficient administrative and managerial capabilities, as well as advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to adapt communication styles to various audiences are also essential.

HEI Hotels and Resorts, the parent company, is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits program aimed at supporting the physical, mental, and financial wellness of its employees. Benefits include competitive medical and dental insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, vision insurance through EyeMed, vacation, sick leave, and holiday programs, pet insurance through ASPCA, supplemental life insurance options, short and long-term disability plans, a 401(k) savings plan with matching funds, and employee discounts. Specific eligibility details may vary by location and employment status.

Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT is an equal opportunity employer. It evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In Massachusetts, the hotel complies with laws prohibiting the use of lie detector tests as a condition of employment.