Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable Clerk - Full time 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is looking for a Accounts Receivable Clerk who shares our passion for excellence and is enthusiastic about creating the ultimate service experience.  The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be a member of a small dynamic team delivering great service to our internal and external guests.  This position reports to the Assistant Director of Finance.  U.S. work authorization is required for this position. 

About Us 

Four Seasons prides itself on the commitment to the Golden Rule philosophy, and strives to provide the best possible experience for both our guests and employees.  Because of our employee-centric approach, Four Seasons has been listed in the FORTUNE Magazine “100 Best Companies to Work For” rankings every year since 1998. 

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the Pacific Northwest’s only Forbes five-star rated hotel.  Overlooking Elliott Bay and Puget Sound, our luxurious guestrooms are steps away from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and world-class shopping.  In partnership with acclaimed Seattle chef Ethan Stowell, we are proud to showcase simply prepared Northwest food and drink in Goldfinch Tavern, our signature restaurant. 

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Credit Manager in maintaining proper credit procedures throughout the hotel in accordance with both local and Four Seasons Hotels Limited policies and procedures.
  
  
• Print, prepare and mail statements for outstanding C/L accounts at least twice per week.
  
  
• Answer guest and credit card inquiries concerning accounts including the documentation and preparation of adjustments if necessary on a timely basis.
  
  
• Prepare and maintain complete, accurate and organized records for all outstanding accounts as directed by the Credit Manager.
  
  
• Ensure all Travel Agent payments are properly reviewed/verified, audited and all Travel Agents have valid IATA number (or equivalent) and ensure that payments are not made for non-commissionable transactions and the Travel Agent is eligible to receive payment.
  
  
• Review group and catering contracts, establish understanding of billing arrangements and follow up on deposits and prepayments.
  
  
• Assist the Income Auditor, if necessary, in reconciling the City Ledger totals. ·
  
  
• Assist the Credit Manager in the performance of his/her other duties as requested including the following: Obtaining credit references; Collection of outstanding accounts; Attending pre & post conference meetings with meeting planners.
  
  
• Attend and record minutes at credit meetings
  
  
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance, Assistant Director of Finance or Credit Manager
  
  
• File documents and reports.
  
  
• Collect payments to City Ledger Accounts daily.
  
  
• Communicate promptly with the Credit Manager on any discrepancies in billing payments and other potential problems.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• High School/College education or equivalent experience
  
  
• At least 2 years of experience in Accounting 
  
  
• Strong command of the English language (multi-lingual preferred) 
  
  
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  
  
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with internal & external guests
  
  
• Basic working understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  
  

What to Expect from Your Work Experience...You will 

• Be part of a cohesive team with a singular focus on creating the best possible guest experience 
  
  
• Have the ability to demonstrate your unique personality and service style while achieving the brand standards that make us Four Seasons 
  
  
• Be encouraged to demonstrate your professional passion 
  
  
• Have career growth opportunities both within Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and worldwide with our company 
  
  
• Be rewarded with market-leading pay and a comprehensive benefit plan 
  
  
• Receive an hourly rate between $25 - $27
  
  
• Get to experience other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts through the complimentary room nights program 
  
  
• Receive a complimentary meal when at work in our employee cafeteria
  
  

Learn more about our property and what it is like to work at Four Seasons by visiting: 

http://www.fourseasons.com/seattle  

https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsHotelSeattle  

https://www.twitter.com/FSSeattle  

http://jobs.fourseasons.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts  

https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsJobs  

https://twitter.com/FourSeasonsJobs  

We look forward to receiving your application! 

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf