Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, located in the heart of Chicago. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality brand with a network of 90 spectacular properties and more in development across 30 countries. This Staff Accountant role is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the hotel, ensuring accurate records and supporting key business decisions. Joining Fairmont means contributing to unparalleled luxury experiences, fostering a welcoming environment, and connecting guests to the true spirit of Chicago through genuine care and thoughtful hospitality.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Greater Chicago Area
• Pay: $28–$30 hourly
• Team: Finance team, reporting to Assistant Director Finance & Business Support
• Mission: Ensures accurate and integral financial records for the hotel’s accounting operations and daily income audit.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel, Opera PMS, Silverware POS, Accounting and ERP systems (e.g., Sage/Accpac)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Operations: Execute daily accounting activities to ensure efficient and accurate financial processes for the hotel.
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts, thoroughly investigating any identified reconciling items.
• Financial Close Support: Prepare and post month-end journal entries, actively assisting with the monthly financial close process.
• Invoice and Commission Management: Process, verify, code, and reconcile vendor invoices and travel agency commissions for timely payment.
• Revenue Assurance & Reporting: Audit banquet revenues and other revenue transactions, then prepare essential financial and management reports to support business decisions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates should possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, coupled with a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience is required, with a preference for experience in hospitality or a similar industry. This includes proven experience in preparing account reconciliations, journal entries, and managing month-end close activities.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is essential. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, alongside excellent verbal and written communication abilities. The role demands a high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail, with the capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines independently and as part of a team.
• Bonus: Prior experience utilizing accounting systems is preferred, and specific experience with hospitality systems like Opera PMS, Silverware POS, or Accounting and ERP systems (such as Sage/Accpac) is a significant advantage.