Mgr Accounting

The Courtyard Portland City Center
is seeking an
Accounting Manager
to join our team in serving guests with creativity and passion.

Work where you belong
As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We're not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it's what industry leaders do. That's why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it's really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us

Assists with the supervision and coordination of the accounting operations in the hotel. Compiles, reviews, reconciles, prepares and analyzes entries to facilitate the bookkeeping function. Assists with the processing of financial statements and other reports to ensure accurate, timely information.

The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls. In some instances is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable). Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes and report SOP and procedural violations.

• Train, direct the work, resolve problems and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.
• Prepare, review and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.
• Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls. Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required.
• May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food and beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.
• Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel. Areas included are Food and Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.

Education/Formal Training
Experience
A four-year college degree (Accounting preferred) or equivalent education/experience.

Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in related position with this company or other organizations.

Knowledge/Skills

• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.
• Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to train and deal with management, employees.
• Ability to read and comprehend reports, computer, ledgers etc.
• Limited lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 15-20 lbs. Generally boxes, computer equipment.
• Limited bending/kneeling required when arranging supplies or equipment.
• Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing required. No climbing or driving required.

Environment
Work inside 100% of work period.

The Perks

• $50 discounted Tri-Met monthly pass
• Drastically reduced hotel rates for you and your friends & family at Marriott Hotels
• Sage Restaurant Concepts discounts (The Original Dinerant, Departure, Urban Farmer)
• 2 weeks vacation
• 1 week sick time
• Referral Bonus Eligible

At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.