AREA ACCOUNTING MANAGER - WEHO

About our company:

Springboard Hospitality is a premier third-party hotel management company with a 30+ year history transforming lifestyle hotels, from the islands of Hawaii to the tip of Florida.

Springboard team members are a diverse mix of independent innovators, savvy storytellers, adventure-seekers, tech entrepreneurs, free-thinkers and community leaders making waves across one of the most diverse portfolios in the industry.

At every level, the Springboard team is dedicated to going Above & Beyond to deliver hotels that transform people, properties & communities. From memorable moments at the front desk, to thoughtful room touches, to inspired onsite programming, the Springboard team is committed to empowering the traveler’s journey—inviting them to experience the frequency of each hotel’s locale, pushing authentic human connection, exploration, and discovery, while also driving revenue.

Springboard values intentional culture, and whole-heartedly believes in nurturing, training, and empowering the careers of the hospitality leaders of today and tomorrow, encouraging them to travel and explore, through Springboard’s award-winning portfolio. From work life balance to career development, Springboard values and invests in the greater team, reflected in zero corporate turnover during the pandemic, well positioned for continued growth through the future.

Springboard Hospitality maintains corporate offices in Los Angeles and Honolulu. https://www.springboardhospitality.com/

Primary mission:

To assist the Area Director of Finance & Area Assistant Controller in the Accounting Office, pertaining to all computerized accounting systems, month-end closing reports and general ledger reconciliation. Records all business transactions and retains all accounting records. Posts, verifies, and reconciles accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, payroll, or other ledger accounts. Prepares statements, invoices, and vouchers. Assists in preparing financial operations reports.

SCOPE OF WORK + TEAM

• Reports to Area Assistant Controller & Area Director of Finance
• Supports the finance department & operations team
• Performs special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Area responsibilities include up to four Hotels

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains records of routine accounting transactions. Assists in preparation of financial and operating reports including trial balances, adjustments and closing entries. Assists in analysis and interpretation of accounting records for use by management.
• Has a fiduciary responsibility to OLS and management.
• Income Audit –
  • Performs posting of cash receipts, expenses, or other transactions to journals or ledgers and verifies accuracy. Reviews vouchers, adjustments, transactions and other documents for corrections before entering into records. Sorts and files documents, and performs calculations.
  • Completes Occupancy and Sales & Use Tax filings adhering to city and state deadlines. Reconciles and researches any tax discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable –
  • Reviews invoices for accuracy and completeness. Sorts documents by account name or number and processes invoices for payment. Performs other basic clerical duties associated with accounts payable. Posts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records.
  • Verifies and posts accounts receivable transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records. Follows established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc. Sorts and files documents after posting. Prepares bank deposits.
  • Ensures cash receipts, claims, or unpaid invoices are accounted for properly. Calculates and enters charges for interest, refunds, or related items.
  • Reviews billing data from charge or sales slips and purchase orders to ensure amounts and account numbers are accurate. Calculates billing charges, and assigns billing numbers for tracking purposes. Prepares invoices and bills of lading.
• Balance Sheet & Cash Reconciliations –
  • Performs reconciliation of complex transactions. Analyzes, verifies and posts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records as need to reconcile balance sheet & cash accounts. Analyzes, investigates and corrects accounting entries as needed.
• Month End Close –
  • Review General Ledger for posting accuracy. Make entries as assigned/as needed to ensure all revenue & expenses are captured. Assist Area Director of Finance & Area Assistant Controller as needed in completing the month end close process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior Experience:
  • • 3+ years of experience in general accounting procedures.   
• IT Expertise:
  • • Advanced knowledge of computer software (including Microsoft Office, outlook) and web analytics tools is preferred.
    • Advanced Excel experience required.
• Education:
  • A four-year college degree (accounting preferred) or equivalent education/ experience.
  • Requires understanding of bookkeeping procedures and 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Subject Expertise:
  • • Must be hospitality oriented and possess the ability to work under pressure. 
    • Strong understanding of intercompany transactions.
    • Should possess the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
    • Read and abide by all the regulations and rules of conduct stated in the Associate Handbook.
    • Must be able to effectively communicate to management, and coworkers and read, write and understand the English language; bi-lingual fluency a plus. 
    • Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
    • Must be able to follow directions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
    • Must be a team player with the ability to work under minimal supervision
    • Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
    • Must be able to understand and work with basic financial information and solve basic arithmetic problems
    • Requires knowledge of the accounting, finance and hospitality profession
    • Requires working knowledge of the major areas and the skill to integrate and communicate that information
    • Ability to study, analyze and interpret complex data or information.
    • Ability to make decisions based on only general policies and procedures
    • Must possess communication skills in terms of the ability to handle billing or credit issues with management and/or hotel guests
    • Must be able to type 45 wpm and have the ability to input data and access information on the computer
    • Must have proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Opera; preferred.
    • Must be able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS:

• Abide by payroll policies, procedures and rules of conduct as stated in the Springboard Hospitality Associate Handbook.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all company safety and security procedures.
• Travel required: As needed for hotel familiarization, content creation shoots and to meet with colleagues.
• Hours Required: Must primarily work during Springboard Hospitality business hours, while understanding that the hotel business functions 24/7 and some weekend or holiday work may occasionally be required.

Benefits:

Springboard Hospitality offers an empowered working environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 20 hours/week or more that includes:

Full Time Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Accrued Vacation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
• 401K
• Costco Membership
• Bereavement Leave
• Management Contract Referral Program
• Education Assistance

Additional Per Position

• Employee Rates at all of Springboard Hospitality’s 35+ Hotels
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Dry Cleaning Services
• Hotel Level Executive Bonus Program
• Lead Share Program
• Associate of the Month/Quarter & Company-wide Associate of the Year Programs
• Associate Referral Bonus Program

Springboard Hospitality Core Values:

• CONNECTED. We are plugged into people, technology and the cutting edge of culture.
• INDEPENDENT. We are free-thinkers who embrace diversity and advocate for innovation.
• COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative and believe that the best solutions are found by working hand-in-hand.
• PERSONALIZED. We are devoted to authentic human connection, personalizing our approach to the guests and owners that we serve.
• DYNAMIC. We are analytic thought leaders who harness the power of data to maximize return on investment.

OLS Hotels & Resorts LLC dba Springboard Hospitality (Springboard) is an equal opportunity employer.  Springboard provides equal employment opportunity for all associates and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information and characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.  Springboard also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical conditions in accordance with applicable laws.