Income Auditor - InterContinental Boston

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, Massachusetts, Boston

Hotel: Boston (BOSHA), 510 Atlantic Avenue, 02210

Job number: 125269



About us

Do you see yourself as a  Income Auditor ?

When you’re a part of IHG, you’re more than your job title. And that’s what we love – the individual talents, interests and dreams that make you who you are. Join us and we won’t expect you to conform to any stereotype – because we know that a team with different perspectives and passions can only make us stronger.

HOTEL OVERVIEW:  For 70 years, the InterContinental® Brand has been writing the story of international travel and showing guests the InterContinental Life through personalized service, memorable, one of a kind experiences and global etiquette.  As part of the largest luxury hotel brand in the world, InterContinental® Boston is a landmark of luxury; top rated on Trip Advisor for Boston hotels, named one of the ‘Best Hotels in the World' by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. The property overlooks Boston's historic waterfront, featuring 424 luxurious ultra-modern accommodations with distinctive style and breathtaking waterfront or downtown city views, a full-service spa and fitness club, 32,000 square feet of premier meeting and event space, and an array of restaurants and bars influenced by a variety of international flavors.  We are looking for passionate people who are charming, confident and internationally-minded to ensure we continue the story of making great things happen at InterContinental® Boston.

InterContinental® Boston is a landmark of luxury; top rated on Trip Advisor for Boston hotels, named a ‘Top Place to Work’ by The Boston Globe, rated as one of the ‘Best Hotels in the World' by Condé Nast Traveler magazine and featuring a Forbes Four-Star, 4 Diamond AAA rated hotel experience. The property overlooks Boston's historic waterfront, featuring 424 luxurious ultra-modern accommodations with distinctive style and breathtaking waterfront or downtown city views, a full-service spa and fitness club, 32,000 square feet of premier meeting and event space, and an array of restaurants and bars influenced by a variety of international flavors. We are looking for passionate people who are charming, confident and internationally-minded to ensure we continue the story of making great things happen at InterContinental® Boston.

 

Your day to day

Provide daily audit control over the revenue, accounts receivable, food and beverage accounting and general accounting functions of the hotel to ensure accuracy and adherence to all policies and regulations.

Assure the accuracy of daily management reports by inspecting all backup for proper documentation; balance and verify figures against individual department reports.
Complete daily revenue balancing and audit of hotel revenue in any or all of the following major areas: rooms revenue, F&B revenue, banquet revenue, telephone revenue, leisure revenue, retail revenue, other revenues, and miscellaneous charges and adjustments.  Balance credit card transmissions as needed.
Prepare audit-related reports or documentation.  Review report information with manager or controller as needed and notify management immediately of any discrepancies or issues.  Investigate overages or shortages as needed, according to hotel policies and established standards.
Prepare Miscellaneous Journal and period-to-date financial information; post all allowances to the Allowance Journal; balance Miscellaneous and Allowance Journals to daily management reports.  Post entries and prepare other accounting-related reports as needed or directed.
Prepare monthly sales tax and tip allocation; verify that room and tax have been run on all occupied rooms; investigate any discrepancies.
Check all vouchers issued for proper explanations and approvals.
Check and balance all food and beverage cash registers and note all discrepancies.  Check menu pricing as needed or requested.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Front Office, Reservations, F&B, Sales and Accounting, for the purpose of obtaining information regarding accounts and reconciling revenue figures from each area.  
Participate in the inventory process and assist with hotel financial/accounting staff with inventories.
May monitor monthly aging of accounts, perform credit chargeback and inquiry research, handle travel agent commission research, make phone calls to collect accounts excessively overdue, prepare statements, collection letters and coordinate payment for delinquent accounts as needed.  
May perform additional accounting duties such as processing credit approvals/denials, conducting inventory of safe deposit boxes, accounting/clerical duties, counting house bank with General Cashier and reconciling other in-house accounts, checking foreign currency rates on receipts and verifying loss or gain on foreign exchange, or preparing special projects as assigned. 
May assist with other duties as needed or requested.

What we need from you

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in an accounting clerical, front office, or accounts receivable position or similar; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.  Ability to speak fluent English required.  Some college coursework in Accounting preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:
•   Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds
•   Standing up and moving about the front office or other designated areas
•   Communicating with other people
•   Handling objects, supplies, boxes of merchandise, etc.
•   Performing computerized accounting tasks or generating invoices or correspondence using a computer.
•   Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching

Other:
•   Reading abilities are utilized often when reading invoices and work materials.
•   Mathematical skills are used frequently to perform calculations, reconcile account balances, etc.
•   Must have basic knowledge of computerized financial reporting systems and programs.
•   Attention to detail is necessary to ensure the accuracy of financial and accounting transactions.
•   May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

What we offer

We offer a competitive financial and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. We offer complimentary dry cleaning and employee meals. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit www.http://careers.ihg.com to find out more about us.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognized and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace

 

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

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