Accounting Supervisor

Due to continued growth and new hotel openings, Drury Hotels has career opportunities waiting for you! We are currently looking for an Accounting Supervisor at our Corporate Office in Cape Girardeau.

Successful applicants should be ready to provide input and make an impact while learning the Drury product and culture quickly, all while maintaining the industry leading service scores – a record ELEVEN-IN-A-ROW J.D.Power Awards ( https://www.druryhotels.com/about/pressreleases/JDPower2016 ) and recent recognition as one of the Best Midsize Employers by Forbes( https://www.druryhotels.com/about/pressreleases/forbes-best-employer-2016 ).

Drury Hotels, a privately owned corporation, has consistently demonstrated a record of conservative and stable growth. Drury Hotels has been a part of the hospitality industry for over 35 years, and has continually retooled its product to make it ever contemporary and responsive to guests’ needs and wishes. Drury has continued to stick with the basics that helped the company grow from a small plastering business in the bootheel of Missouri to a successful, growing system of 140 hotels in 21 states. The exceptionally friendly and hardworking team members at every Drury Hotel share the same simple virtues that the brothers learned on the family farm and adapted to the road…You are our guest, you are welcome and your satisfaction is guaranteed!

Basic Function

This is an accounting position with supervisory responsibilities based out of the Drury Hotels Company’s Cape Girardeau Corporate office. The responsibilities and duties for this position are comprised of typical accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is someone with accounting experience who desires to learn the current procedures and processes used, who wants to grow in the position, who desires to improve processes, and who is sensitive to team members’ ideas, challenges, and skills. The position will maintain a high standard of integrity and service at all times to promote the Drury culture with team members, vendors & customers.

Job Duties

• Maintain sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner and maintain discretion/confidentiality in all matters.
• Hire, train, supervise, develop, and counsel the Accounts Payable team for the company’s supply and distribution division.
• Maintain the accounting records for the assigned company by recording journal entries and reviewing variances from budget. Apply generally accepted accounting principles.
• Manage Accounts Receivable for the company’s supply and distribution division ensuring billings are appropriately issued and collected
• Prepare and process Sales Tax reports and prepare year-end workpapers for the assigned company.
• Review and maintain general ledger inventory accounts and develop an understanding of the criteria, such as the general ledger account code, cost code and sales tax code, associated with the setup of new inventory items
• Exhibit a +1 Service Attitude by providing courteous, friendly customer service. Respond promptly and efficiently to inquiries and requests.
• Assist in the annual budget process.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules requested by the external auditors in preparation for the annual audit.
• Other assignments and special projects as requested by company supervisors.

General Knowledge, Skill and Ability

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires ability to take written and verbal direction and to clearly speak and read English. Requires ability to relate to the public and Drury team members in a warm, friendly manner that contributes to a hospitable team environment. Requires keen attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently. Requires a through knowledge of Company policies and procedures as they relate to job responsibilities. Requires the ability to apply reasonable business skills and knowledge and make sound decisions regarding job responsibilities. Requires ability to maintain effective working relationships with vendors, service providers, and other Drury team members. Must be proficient with the use of Microsoft Office software and have the ability to do data entry with efficiency and accuracy. Must have the ability to work efficiently and independently. Must be willing to contribute to departmental goals. We are looking for a candidate with strong accounting and interpersonal skills who desires to continue their personal and professional development.

Education and/or Experience:

A college degree with a major in accounting and accounting experience is required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel, and Microsoft Word software. High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Keen attention to detail in composing, preparing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Mental and Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to sit the majority of the time while working. Use hands to finger, handle and feel and reach with hands and arms. The team member is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Working Relationships

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is typical of an office environment.