Entry-Level Accountant

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Accounting

Category Accounting/Finance

Description

Entry-Level Accountant

Full-Time position starting yearly salary $60,405.80

Job Overview:

Unique accounting opportunity in a fast growing hospitality business. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Entry-Level Accountant to join our accounting team. As an Entry-Level Accountant, you will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and supporting daily company and administration team operations. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting and management of operations and develop your career within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and documentation.

Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable).

Reconcile bank statements and other financial records to ensure accuracy.

Assist with month-end, quarterlies, and year-end closing processes.

Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries.

Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.

Support operations and management of a variety of hospitality businesses including an independent year round hotel, full service restaurant, significant banquet and wedding operations, candy store, coffee shop, retail store, museum attraction and seasonal bar&grill.

Handle clerical tasks such as filing, scanning, and data entry.

Perform other accounting-related duties as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or in the process of completing). Years of experience in bookkeeping considered as well as Associates Degree with work experience.

Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software is a plus.

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Flexibility to learn new areas of business a must.

Good communication and organizational skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Preferred Skills:

Previous internship or part-time experience in accounting a plus (preferred but not required).

Familiarity with any full service accounting software a plus. Must know excel and word.

Attention to detail a must.

Benefits:

• Matching 401K

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Leave

• Hotel Discounts

• Health and Life Insurance

• 50% off Meals during working hours

• Leadership advancement opportunities available

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

General Ledger experience preferred

Basic knowledge of Excel required

Shift Days

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization Welcome to the online application process for Fort William Henry Hotel & Conference Center in Lake George, NY. You are applying for a position with a team of professionals who are dedicated to making Fort William Henry one of the finest places to visit in the Adirondacks. As a member of the Fort William Henry team, you will interact with the many guests we have in our hotels, shops, museum and restaurants. Being professional while in contact with our guests and employees is a major part of your role here.Our goal is to provide outstanding food, beverage, hospitality, facilities and entertainment for our guests while providing opportunities for the professional growth of our staff, improvements to our physical plant, and profit to our stockholders.Our high standards, and yours, enable us to give our guests an excellent dining and entertainment value - better than they would get anywhere else. We want to be recognized as the best at what we do. That will only happen if our staff feels the same way, and strives to achieve it.We take pride in our establishments, and expect that you too will be proud to be part of our staff.(All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, prior arrest or conviction record, predisposing genetic characteristics)

This position is currently accepting applications.