Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Accounting Clerk | Hilton

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Hilton, located in Cupertino, CA, at The Juniper Hotel Cupertino, a contemporary boutique hotel with 224 guest rooms, offering a modern Silicon Valley atmosphere. Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, recognized for its award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to over 3 billion guests worldwide. As an Accounting Clerk, you will play a crucial part in supporting the hotel’s financial operations, directly contributing to the warm and memorable experiences guests receive by ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Your work will help uphold the high standards of hospitality that define Hilton and its commitment to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-Time
• Location: In-person, Cupertino, CA

• Team: Hotel Finance Team
• Mission: To support the hotel’s financial operations and contribute to memorable guest experiences by ensuring accurate and efficient financial processes.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Functions: Execute tasks across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and General Accounting to support financial operations.
• Inquiry Resolution: Research and respond to financial inquiries and partner with internal and external parties to resolve disputes promptly.
• Financial Reporting Support: Assist with the production of monthly accounts, month-end responsibilities, and internal controls over financial data.
• Financial Communication: Report financial results and aid in understanding financial matters for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Departmental Collaboration: Build and maintain cooperative relationships with other finance and corporate departments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates should possess foundational knowledge in core accounting principles relevant to hotel operations, specifically covering General Ledger management, Accounts Payable processes, Accounts Receivable functions, Payroll administration, Budgeting assistance, and Bank Reconciliations.
• Experience: A minimum of 6 months of finance experience is required for this role. This experience should include practical application and understanding across all key accounting aspects, such as general ledger management, accounts payable processing, accounts receivable management, payroll support, assistance with budgeting, and performing bank reconciliations.
• Skills: General Ledger management, Accounts Payable processing, Accounts Receivable processing, Payroll administration, Bank reconciliation.
• Bonus: Prior experience specifically within a hotel environment is highly preferred for this position, demonstrating familiarity with industry-specific financial operations.