Staff Accountant

Position Overview:
The Staff Accountant supports the daily accounting and financial operations for The Hamilton Hotel DC. This shared role is responsible for accounts receivable activities, revenue and cash controls, credit card reconciliations, and month-end close support. The position works closely with hotel operations, sales, and finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with brand and ownership standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Process accounts receivable billing, including direct bill, group, and miscellaneous charges
Assist with Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) related billing and reconciliation items
Monitor and resolve chargebacks
Perform daily on-site credit card reconciliations
Prepare daily cash and check deposits for Brinks armored transport
Review Night Audit shift reports for accuracy
Manage House Accounts in Opera including month-end checkout and reactivation
Prepare journal entries related to House Account activity
Monitor group commissions and obtain DOSM approvals
Assist with month-end close and audits

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
1–3 years of accounting experience; hospitality experience strongly preferred
Experience with Opera PMS and Hilton systems a plus
Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Benefits

We are looking to hire the most highly qualified people and provide a competitive benefits package which include:
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
Company Basic Life Insurance
Company paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Company paid Short Term Disability
Company paid Long term Disability
401k Retirement Plan
EOE - minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
We are a drug free
workplace. Pre-employment background assessment required.
Due to the volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to all applicants. We respectfully request No Phone Calls Please.