Accounting Generalist

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and hotels.
Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skill sets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 90 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

ACTIVITIES:

The duties of the Accounting Generalist include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with reconciling vendor statements and solving discrepancies when necessary.
• Ensure accuracy of all invoices and purchase orders.
• Post invoices into the accounting system on a timely basis.
• Deal with suppliers and internal inquiries in a timely manner.
• Compile, maintain & distribute various Accounting Department Reports.
• Respond to all vendors’ inquiries within a timely basis.
• Prepare, print and dispatch cheques as required.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month end.
• Prepare daily bank deposits and balance credit cards.
• Review daily audit pack ensuring all vouchers are completed properly with appropriate back up.
• Responsible for all incoming and outgoing mail.
• Conduct spot check of all employee floats.
• Assist with month end inventory counts.
• Assist the Corporate Accounting office and General Manager with projects/tasks as assigned.
• File and other administrative duties as required.
• Responsible for the Hotel payroll.
• Handle all clerical and filing duties pertaining to the Accounting Department.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

• Personal vehicle to travel locally or to other locations is a primary job duty.
• Note: Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management.

Qualifications:

 Education/ Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Business/Accounting an asset;
• 1 to 3 years general accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in the hospitality industry;
• Experience working in a fast-paced and deadline orientated environment
• Excellent administrative, organizational skills and time management skills;
• Attention to detail;

• Strong knowledge of spreadsheets, both building and maintaining;

• Proven computer literacy, including intermediate to advanced level of Microsoft Office;
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form;
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment;
• Professional attitude and appearance.