Accounting Generalist

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

About the Role 

The Accounting Generalist is responsible for assisting the Chief Accountant in maintaining the general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations. Additionally, the Accounting Generalist is responsible for supervising other areas within the Finance Department under the direction of the Chief Accountant, including payroll, accounts payable, and general cashiering in accordance with all related local and corporate policies and procedures. 

What You Will Do 

Assist Chief Accountant with maintaining the effectiveness of internal controls to safeguard the assets and resources of the hotel.  

Actively support other department managers with matters dealing with labor standards, payroll, and other issues that may arise.  

Direct and supervise the efforts, quality, and timeliness of all aspects of payroll, accounts payable, and general cashiering or other areas as directed by the Chief Accountant, Assistant Director of Finance and Director of Finance.  

Assist with Month-End Process, including but not limited to preparation of financial statements, accruals and journal entries, maintain reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 

Assist the Chief Accountant in preparation of budgets and forecasts.  

Prepare and coordinate the monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts and all bank reconciliations, ensuring all outstanding reconciling items are investigated and resolved satisfactorily.  

Perform all daily, monthly, and other periodic accounting and financial reporting in an accurate and timely nature. 

Assist in other areas of the accounting office as needed. 

What You Bring 

EDUCATION: College education or equivalent experience 

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) to five (5) years of experience with the Finance Department, preferably within a hotel. 

What we offer: 

Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!  

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package 

Market-leading pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan) 

Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 

Complimentary dry cleaning for business clothing 

Complimentary employee meals 

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days 

Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates