Hotel Staff Accountant - Lightspeed

Our client is a leading global hospitality company specializing in upscale hotel operations. Known for their commitment to outstanding guest experiences and rigorous operational standards, this hotel group operates premium properties worldwide. They pride themselves on cultivating a talented and dedicated workforce that thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. As a reputable player in the hotel industry, the company maintains high financial standards and operational transparency, ensuring all hotel branches comply with robust accounting and management practices. This opportunity is for professionals eager to engage in a uniquely immersive experience, combining travel with their finance expertise. We are currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Hotel Staff Accountant to join the Travel Taskforce team. This is a live-in assignment where the successful candidate will live and work at various hotel locations on a rotating basis for four-week periods. This role offers 100 percent travel and the opportunity to experience diverse hotel environments while honing accounting skills specifically tailored to the hospitality industry. The compensation is competitive with a pay rate of $35 per hour. All travel expenses and lodging during the assignment will be fully covered by the company, making it an excellent opportunity for accountants who enjoy travel and cultural experiences alongside professional development. The Hotel Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing daily and monthly hotel accounting functions using the Opera property management system, a critical platform in the hospitality sector for handling guest and financial data. The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience using Opera specifically in a hotel accounting role, ensuring fluency in handling the system’s financial modules. This position involves comprehensive financial management tasks, including bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable processing, and regular reconciliation of accounts. The Hotel Staff Accountant will also be responsible for tax declarations, vendor communications, cash flow forecasting, and collaborating with multiple teams within hotel operations and corporate finance. This role not only demands expertise in accounting but also requires strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate with local and international staff effectively. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance or Accounting and possess the ability to travel 100 percent of the time, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a demanding travel environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely and accurate financial operations across different hotel properties, directly contributing to the financial health and reporting reliability of the organization. Working onsite at varied hotel locations enriches this position with unique insights into the hospitality business while fostering professional growth. For motivated accounting professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding role combining travel with financial stewardship, this Hotel Staff Accountant position provides an unparalleled career prospect within the hotel industry.