LaTour Hotel's & Resorts is hiring for an Accounts Payable Analyst in Asheville, NC. As a company, we pride ourselves in building our employees' skills in the workplace and promoting from within. When we see talent, we recognize it, and we build it. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company our employees are invested in the company, meaning that when you succeed, you're working towards both the company's future and your own.
We offer membership to our travel club as a benefit to every employee after their first few months. This includes:
Access to deeply discounted stays at our resorts Access to discounted stays at partner resorts and hotels Discounts on other travel related expenses like airfare, car rental and more. Full time employees can also look forward to a more comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, 401(k), and more!
A role in accounting is a great way to get started with LHR. In this role you'll be working 'behind the scenes' in our corporate offices supporting our resorts by maintaining financial records, preparing financial documents and reports and ensuring that records remain accurate. This role is so important in keeping our companies running smoothly.
This position is vital to our accounting department and serves as fundamental support for our resorts so they can provide the best hospitality LHR can offer at each of it's locations.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Analyst prepares invoices for processing within established timeframes and consistent with company policy and accepted accounting practices. This position helps ensure the accuracy of vendor records and invoices and that approval is secured before payment is made.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Accounts Payable Specialist:
Reviews all invoices and documentation for proper approval and coding. Processes all invoices, credit memos and payments. Works closely with GMs and their staff on any Accounts Payable issues. Reconciles vendor statements. Responds to all vendor inquiries. Maintains 1099 records. Reconciles Month End AP Aging to General Ledger. OTHER FUNCTIONS The Accounts Payable Specialist may also: Sort and distribute incoming mail. Assist with other projects as needed to support the smooth operation of the Accounting Department. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Education/Credentials
This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma.
Experience This position requires at least two years of experience in accounts payable. Experience with Great Plains, Business Central and/or KwikTag is preferred, but not required.
LaTour Hotels & Resorts Core Competencies
Customer OrientationA focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations; a continuous awareness of how all work tasks and daily activities impact the customer.
Oral and Written CommunicationThe ability to recognize and appropriately communicate critical information; a focus on professionalism and etiquette in all communications.
Conflict ManagementOrientation toward solutions in times of conflict; ability to maintain composure of self, influence composure of others, and effectively mitigate conflict situations.
Self-DisciplineA natural tendency toward achievement of goals and thorough completion of all tasks; ability to work through unforeseen obstacles and maintain focus on overall expectations.
Professional ConductContinuous positive representation of the organizational brand; awareness of one's surroundings and the ability to develop professional relationships with all staff.
Adaptability to ChangePositive approach to minor or major changes; the ability to help others maintain a positive attitude through times of change.
Knowledge & Skills Accuracy: Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Energy: Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
Goal Oriented: Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
Organization: Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Technical Aptitude: Ability to type 60-65 wpm; proficient in Excel and Word; and ability to use a 10-key by touch.
Other Requirements
Other duties may be required as necessitated by departmental needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand
F
Walk
F
Sit
C
Handling / Fingering
N
Reach Outward
O
Reach Above Shoulder
O
Climb
N
Crawl
N
Squat or Kneel
O
Bend
F
10 lbs. or less
O
11-20 lbs.
N
21-50 lbs.
N
51-100 lbs.
N
Over 100 lbs.
N
Push/Pull 12 lbs or less
O
13-25 lbs.
N
26-40 lbs.
N
41-100 lbs
N
WORK ENVIRONMENT The Accounts Payable Specialist works during regular business hours in a busy office setting with occasional disruptions. Extra work hours may be required during busy times, especially at year end.
