Property Financial Liaison (Staff Accountant)

Company DescriptionHRI Hospitality, with over 40 years of experience, is a leading operator and developer of lodging and mixed-use properties in the United States. The company manages a diverse portfolio of branded and independent hotels in premier urban markets while actively pursuing development and acquisition opportunities. As a dynamic organization, HRI Hospitality is dedicated to "Elevating the Urban Experience" for guests by leveraging deep industry expertise and a balanced approach to people, profit, and revenues. With extensive third-party management experience and an owner’s perspective, HRI is recognized for its innovative leadership and operational excellence in the hospitality industry.Role DescriptionThe Property Financial Liaison serves as the primary on-property link between hotel operations and our centralized corporate accounting office. This entry-level role focuses on the daily administrative and clerical flow of financial data, ensuring property-level transactions are accurately captured and reported to the corporate team. You will have direct, daily support from the on-property AGM and the corporate accounting department to ensure your success. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProperty & Corporate LiaisonAct as the "middle man" to ensure all property-level financial data is correctly prepared for corporate review. Collaborate daily with the on-property AGM to resolve guest billing or vendor inquiries. General Cashiering & DepositsPerform daily counts and reconciliations of hotel deposits and the property vault. Prepare the cashier Daily Drop Report and communicate over/short discrepancies of +/- $10 to department managers. Manage property petty cash via Excel and submit for reimbursement through the AP system. Accounts Receivable & Billing SupportMonitor the guest ledger for "Checked Out with Balance" accounts and assist Sales Managers with group billing collections. Invoice and follow up on collections for OTA (Online Travel Agency) and FIT billings. Accounts Payable ProcessingReceive and verify vendor invoices, ensuring all backup documentation is complete before routing to corporate for payment. Assist in maintaining vendor files and supporting annual 1099 compliance tracking. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSExperience: 0–2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or hotel operations. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or a hospitality professional looking to move into the administrative side of the business. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn hotel-specific POS and accounting software. Education: High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s degree in progress or completed is a plus, but not required. Communication: Ability to communicate professionally with guests, vendors, and the corporate accounting team.