General Accountant

Marriott International - Saint Petersburg, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Petersburg, FL

5,001-10,000 employees

Accommodation

About the position

The General Accountant at Marriott International is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records and transactions. This role involves organizing and maintaining financial files, preparing and auditing financial reports, and managing cash handling processes. The accountant will also be tasked with reconciling accounts and resolving any discrepancies, all while adhering to company policies and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy.
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information.
• Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.
• Prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures.
• Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved.
• Prepare daily consolidated deposits of cash received by all cash handling employees.
• Document, maintain, communicate, and act upon all Cash Variances.
• Prepare, maintain, and administer all cashier banks and contracts.
• Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets; protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• No specific license or certification required.