Accounting Manager - Caribe Hilton at Hilton Global in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Job Description:

The famous Caribe Hilton is looking for their nextAccounting Manager.

The Caribe Hilton has welcomed guests since 1949 and has 17 acres of tropical landscaping, nine restaurants, island-inspired rooms, spa, and oceanfront pool complex, all right on the beach. Ideal Candidate will have at least 5 years of Accounting and Purchasing and 2 hours of Management experience, be reliable, adaptable and have high volume experience, computer knowledge and the willingness to grow and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Pattern: Candidate will mostly work a 8:30am - 5:00pm shift from Monday to Friday. Some Weekends and Holidays are required.

Pay Rate: $48,000 per year

What are the benefits of working for Hilton?*

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
• Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
• Flexible shifts and days off
• Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care
• Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment

What will I be doing?

As Purchasing / Accounting Manager, you will work with suppliers to negotiate contracts, purchase required goods, and keep accurate records of transactions, trends, and performance with vendors. Also, you will o versee and perform activities to support General accounting functions, accurate reports and account management. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Hire, supervise, train, coach, counsel and discipline accounting and purchasing staff to ensure smooth operation of all aspects of the department.
• Manage the RFP and bid process. Obtain bids from vendors according to the specifications set by the standards and/or department head. Determine the best possible price for the desired items and communicate with department management.
• Schedule deliveries of items and monitor the quality of products received to ensure they meet the hotel's established standards and operational needs as outlined by each department.
• Ensure all regional and corporate purchasing programs, policies and procedures are met.
• Manage vendors statements of account to ensure balances are kept current and accurate AP processes are in place.
• Identify, resolve and close open purchase orders older than 60-90 days.
• Ensure the filing and maintenance of all purchase orders.
• Monitor and audit month-end inventories.
• Forecast operational needs and evaluate best opportunities with department managers.
• Participate in operational hotel meetings.
• Coordinate with shared services center and third-party service providers (outsourcing provider, auditors, state and local tax authorities, banks) to ensure all necessary information is compiled, reviewed, and approved
• Assist in maintaining and auditing internal financial controls (cash handling, inventories, capital expenditure, personnel time records, etc.)
• Assist with maintaining adequate internal control over revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities of the hotel.
• Prepare month end entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Performs other accounting procedures and duties as assigned by Manager.
• Keep and maintain a record of active contracts, licenses and permits.
• Participate in special projects, team training and development of junior team members, performance management, and evaluations of the team.
• Work with Finance Director to draft annual budget
• Prepare the month end accounts reports in an accurate and timely manner
• Execute on tasks/requests as instructed by the Hotel Management

What are we looking for?

A Purchasing / Accounting Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Previous experience in purchasing/procurement and accounting
• Previous supervisory skills to plan, organize and direct, coach, train and counsel team members
• Strong financial knowledge and ability to work with budgets
• Computer literate, with good Microsoft Excel skills
• Bilingual: English & Spanish
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Accountable and resilient
• Ability to work under pressure at all times

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Previous experience within the hotel/leisure sector
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Relevant degree, in Finance/Accounting or related business discipline, from an academic institution

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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