Hotel Name: M Social Sunnyvale
Location: Onsite - Sunnyvale, CA
Salary Range: $38.00 - $40.00 Hourly

About the Role:

As our Staff Accountant, you will support the hotel's financial operations by maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Working closely with the Director of Finance and hotel leadership, you will help provide timely financial information that supports sound business decisions and operational success.

This role is ideal for an organized, analytical professional who enjoys working with numbers, values accuracy, and thrives in a collaborative hospitality environment.

Your Impact - Financial Excellence

You will contribute to the financial health of M Social Sunnyvale by ensuring the integrity of accounting records, supporting month-end close activities, maintaining compliance, and delivering accurate financial reporting. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will help drive operational efficiency and business performance.

What You'll Be Doing

General Accounting

• Prepare and maintain journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger accounts
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
• Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with company policies and GAAP
• Analyze financial transactions and identify discrepancies for resolution

Financial Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports
• Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Compile operational reports for hotel leadership and corporate finance
• Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation

Accounts Payable & Receivable Support

• Review invoices for accuracy and assist with payment processing
• Monitor accounts receivable balances and assist with collections when necessary
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies
• Ensure timely processing of payments and deposits
• Maintain vendor and customer account records

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal controls
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation
• Support compliance with tax reporting requirements and financial regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and company records
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency

Team Collaboration

• Partner with Front Office, Food & Beverage, Sales, Human Resources, Purchasing, and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues
• Communicate financial information clearly and professionally
• Provide accounting support to department leaders as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented work environment

Requirements

• Passion for accuracy, organization, and financial excellence
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information

Technical / Role-Specific Requirements

• Minimum 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or a related industry
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with hotel accounting systems, ERP platforms, or financial software preferred
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and fixed assets
• Experience with hotel Property Management Systems (Opera Cloud) and accounting software is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting experience in a hotel, resort, or hospitality environment preferred
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial audits
• Knowledge of hotel revenue streams and hospitality accounting practices
• CPA eligibility or pursuit of professional accounting certification is a plus
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds
• Ability to move throughout the hotel to support operational needs
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered where appropriate

Benefits

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we support our employees with a competitive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing and long-term success:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Hotel Room Discounts across our global portfolio
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policy.