Accountant (Finance/Accounting Graduate) - Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

POSITION SUMMARY

Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures. Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information. Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers. Prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables. Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified. Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures. Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved. Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees. Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances. Prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts.

Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets; protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

CRITICAL TASKS

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

General Finance and Accounting

• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files and records in accordance with document retention and confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Record, store, and/or analyze information using property software.
• Control and secure cash and cash equivalents for property according to cash handling policy and procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data.
• Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.
• Code documents according to company policies and procedures.
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.
• Generate finance/accounting reports from computer system as needed.
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Audit statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.

Accounts Receivable

• Prepare, review, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures.
• Transfer direct billing accounts from guest ledger to Accounts Receivable and file according to company policies and procedures.
• Review group master bills for accuracy.

General Cashier

• Audit cashier banks periodically according to SOPs.
• Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances according to SOPs.
• Maintain a safe fund to meet the cash operational needs of the property.
• Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees.
• Prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts.
• Maintain, distribute, and record all petty cash according to SOPs.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Analytical Skills

• Computer Skills
• Arithmetic Computation
• Learning

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Work
• Interpersonal skills

Communications

• English Language Proficiency
• Communication

Personal Attributes

• Integrity
• Dependability

Organization

• Detail Oriented

General Finance and Accounting

• Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.