Accounting Specialist - The Little Nell

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, the Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The Little Nell is also home to the new The Nell Spa. During ski season, Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated spa and health club. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America's 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. The Nell will debut its first hotel outside of Aspen at Rockefeller Center in New York City in 2026. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Job Description

Summary

The Accounting Specialist will support the The Little Nell Hotel Accounting Manager and Supervisor in all aspects of hospitality accounting. Particular emphasis will be placed on clerical duties.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until April 30, 2024.

Essential Job Functions

• File all incoming paperwork in a consistent and timely manner

• Provide account information and billing details to ASPENX Mountain Club members

• Construct and maintain digital records of event contracts and ASPENX Mountain Club membership accounts

• Assist Accounting Supervisor with group billing tasks as assigned

• Assist Accounting Manager with end-of-month tasks as assigned

• Oversee cashiering functions, maintain the Hotel's cash recycler machine and audit its contents daily, and complete cashiering reconciliations

• Appeal and rebut incoming credit card chargebacks

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HS degree required and Bachelor's degree preferred

• 1 year experience in accounting field preferred

• Knowledge of hotel property management software, point of sale systems, JDE, Excel, and other hotel applications is helpful but not required

• Experience as a hotel front desk agent, restaurant server or bartender, or retail cashier is helpful

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge of Spanish is preferred but not required.

Additional Information

Supervision Given and Received

Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Received: Works under general supervision of The Little Nell Accounting Supervisor with consistent oversight from the TLN Accounting Manager. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor's directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements

Job Benefits

This position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs

• Flexible Spending Account Programs

• Life Insurance Programs

• Paid Time Off Programs

• Paid Leave Programs

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes

• Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here