Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant – Waldorf Astoria Washington DC | Hilton

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-person Staff Accountant role at Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria Washington DC location. Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, recognized for its world-class brands and commitment to exceptional guest experiences for over 3 billion guests worldwide. In this role, you will be crucial in supporting the hotel’s financial operations, located at the iconic Old Post Office on Pennsylvania Avenue. Your work will contribute to delivering memorable experiences and upholding the Waldorf Astoria’s reputation as a preeminent address for Washington, D.C.’s most consequential events and unforgettable experiences.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Washington, DC

• Mission: To support the hotel’s financial operations and contribute to delivering memorable guest experiences.

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

The Must-Haves
• Background: Understanding of core accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and General Accounting principles.
• Experience: Experience with general accounting functions and processes as outlined in responsibilities.
• Skills: Accounts Receivable/Payable management, Payroll support, General accounting principles, Financial reporting assistance, Dispute resolution, Effective communication.
• Bonus: A passion for hospitality, integrity, leadership qualities, a belief in teamwork, a strong sense of ownership and accountability, and a focus on the now with urgency and discipline.