Accounting Clerk {up to $22 per hour} - South Seas

Our Company:

Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home.

Our Property:

Captiva Island has been the destination of choice for generations of families. South Seas, for many, is where the destination has come to life. The 330-acre retreat and wildlife nature preserve on the Florida Gulf Coast offers elevated coastal experiences and world-class amenities designed to appeal to a multitude of guests. Join this passionate and hardworking team and enjoy working in paradise.

Our Core Values:

We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are.

• Be Authentic
• Practice Humility
• Cultivate Teamwork
• Value Time
• Be Trustworthy

We offer a very competitive salary and generous benefits including:

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%
• Commuter and Company-paid Toll Programs

POSITION OVERVIEW

The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the accurate and timely completion of assigned accounting functions. The position shall also be responsible for performing various other duties in the support of the accounting department.

RATE OF PAY base salary at $20.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions as defined are ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification.  Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Accounts payable functions ranging from initial invoice entry through payment of invoices, recommending payment batches, reconciling with vendor statements, and resolving discrepancies with vendors.
• General Cashiering functions ranging from issuing staff house banks to making daily bank deposits, including opening daily cash drops, balancing cash to system reports, preparing daily deposits and reporting on cashier over and shorts.
• Obtain certificate of insurance as needed for agreements.
• Maintain files of permanent documents including contracts, Vendor W-9’s, and insurance documents.
• Participate in various department-wide initiatives and ad-hoc projects.
• Support other accounting staff members as applicable to scope of work.
• Other similar duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIRMENTS

Education:        Associate degree in accounting preferred

Experience:      2+ years’ experience in accounting or related field

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:  

• Microsoft Office Excel and familiarity in other Microsoft Office products
• Birch Street A/P and Purchasing experience
• Operating office tools and equipment such as copiers, printers, scanners
• Proficient with a 10-key calculator
• Accounting software programs such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
• Property management systems such as Springer-Miller Systems
• Applicable laws, codes, and regulations
• Policies and procedures of the department

 Skill in:

• Ability to respond quickly to special requests from management
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities

WORKING CONDITIONS - PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in an office setting; use standard equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time, strength to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.; vision to read printed materials and computer screen; dexterity to utilize computer equipment; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

HOURS REQUIRED 40 hours per week, flexible schedule during certain times of the month, example; month end reporting.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).