Accounts Receivable

Company Description

SLS Barcelona, a five-star urban resort of extraordinary experiences, brings a new variety of seaside glamour, indulgence and excellence to Barcelona’s waterfront district of Port Forum. Here the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambiance, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences - meet idyllic views to set a lavish stage for the extraordinary to unfold. The only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every guestroom (471 in total), SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, offering an array of exclusive amenities including rooftop dining and bars, three inviting swimming pools, a spacious 800 square-meter ballroom with abundant natural light, break out rooms catering to all size of meetings, a rejuvenating spa, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Say farewell to the ordinary, and hello to the extraordinary!

Job Description

What you’ll do

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable to join the pre-opening team at SLS Barcelona. Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Finance, you’ll support the Finance department on the financial operations of the hotel while managing hotel assets and ensuring a centralized accounting environment.

• Verify that the PMS daily city ledger, guest ledger and advance deposit ledger balances reconcile to the sum of previous month closing balance and the PMS system net changes for the current month to date. 
• Prepare daily revenue journal, ensuring that revenues have been classified to the correct general ledger code. Circulate completed report to department heads on a timely basis. . 
• Verify that the total cash settlements posted in the PMS system for the day balance to the total amount of cash deposited per the General Cashier report. 
• Verify all credit cards billing against the daily business report and prepare credit card and bank conciliation sheets and credit card commission accrual. 
• Ensure that audit policies and procedures (Control Self-Assessment) are being followed. 
• Be fully in line with Hotel Credit Policy. 
• Check that all invoices have relevant back-ups and are in accordance with rates quoted by the hotel and with banqueting orders. 
• Ensure credits received are allocated against the correct invoice and not pro-rated over various invoices.  
• Ensure any payments received at the hotel are credited correctly.  
• Follow up outstanding amounts with standard letters in accordance with Credit Policy and Procedure. 
• Advise of any potential problems as soon as they come to light. 
• Know and observe credit policies.
• Process all applications for new credit accounts.
• Regularly distribute listings of all active accounts receivable.
• Establish and continually review credit limits for accounts receivable.
• Review checked-out guests, open payer accounts, and advance deposit records with audited revenue.
• Maintain a complete credit file for each account containing all documentation related to the credit investigation.
• Manage, reconcile and follow up on all credit card inquiries/disputes.
• Review all accounts receivable debits and credits daily.
• Verify the accuracy of accounts receivable balances.
• Maintain and build communication with all credit stakeholders.

Qualifications

What we are looking for...

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business administration or related field.
• +2 years of experience in a hotel’s accounting department.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• You take ownership of important issues, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
• You learn quickly and adapt to SLS’s unique culture.
• You are humble and open to ideas. We leave our ego at the door and help get things done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
• Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.

SLS is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor, formed in 2021.