First Hospitality Group is a national, experienced and established hospitality management and development company serving the investment and real estate industries.
Since 1985, we have been an award-winning pioneer in the hospitality industry. We have successfully developed, marketed and managed a host of over 16 brands and 50 properties throughout the midwest.
We know the industry and we know the players. Through our deep-rooted relationships with key leaders in the hotel, restaurant and finance communities, we collaborate on each project to maximize and achieve the profit potential for each site.
Our Goals:
We provide a broad based, experienced supervisory staff focused on achieving all of our goals: exceptional financial returns, well-trained and motivated associates, and superior levels of guest satisfaction.
Our outstanding track record has been achieved through an uncompromising and consistent dedication to these goals. With over half of our managed properties owned by our company and its principals, we approach our day-to-day activities with this entrepreneurial ownership perspective. The results speak for themselves.
Job Description
The Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort & Conference Center is Chicago's premier destination golf resort, spa getaway and conference center ideal for meetings, conferences, retreats or romantic getaways.
We are seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our accounting department.
BASIC PURPOSE
Produces weekly check runs such that priority checks are paid timely. Ensure the accuracy of expense coding. Reports weekly cash requirements to controller prior to check run.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to)
1. Prepare Invoices/ Check requested for input.
- Audit and code invoices pursuant to "Expense Dictionary." Copies/ faxes of all invoices should be paid when extra effort has been taken to ensure that it has not been previously paid.
- Route invoices for approval.
- Match all invoices with Purchase Orders and Receiving, when applicable.
2. Input approved invoices and schedule for payments such that discounts may be taken.
3. Maintain files for Open Purchase Orders (numerical), Open Invoices (alpha), and Paid Invoices (alpha). Paid invoices are attached to the check stub on which they were paid.
4. Produce weekly check runs.
5. Maintain file on daily F & B receiving reports.
6. Initiate communication with Department Heads when Accounts Payable documentation is inadequate.
12. Assist co-workers as work load permits.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
None.
(For more information about our resort, please visit our websites: www.indianlakesresort.com
www.hiltonindianlakes.com.)
This opportunity offers great experience and growth in the hospitality industry.
FHG offers great benefits and Hilton training to ensure a very successful experience.
Job Requirements
-Must have at least one year of accounting experience including experience with handling vendor calls
-A positive attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile to serve our guests
- Must be flexible to work a variety of shifts, including days, night, weekends and holidays
- Excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Computer knowledge necessary