Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Assistant Controller and provides support to the CFO and Controller. The Staff Accountant plays a vital role on the administrative team in maintaining accurate and reliable financial operations across all departments. This includes processing and monitoring payments and expenditures. This position will be responsible to provide these services in an effective and efficient manner that will ensure that finances are accurate and up to date. The Staff Accountant will ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations and safeguard the club's assets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services.
• Verify the transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Verify coding and obtaining signatures.
• Prepare batches of invoices for data entry.
• Enter and scan invoices for payment.
• Manage the weekly check run.
• Record all checks, prepare for mailing and prepare manual checks when required.
• Process data reports after data entry.
• Prepare general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Prepare and post invoice allocations.
• Maintain updated vendor files.
• Provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations.
• Assist with end of month and end of year tasks.
• Assist with audits, process improvements, and special financial projects.
• Maintain and reconcile accruals for monthly entry.
• Have a working knowledge of inventory cycle.
• Have a working knowledge of using purchase order system.
• Work with other departments to reconcile invoices and credits as needed.
• Prepare and submit year end 1099's.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all financial/payroll files.
• Maintain a professional and positive working relationship with staff, management, and club members.
• Perform other related duties as required and is polite, friendly and helpful to members, management and fellow employees.
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong desire to build a career in accounting and contribute to the club's goals and objectives.

Qualifications required:

• Associate's degree with 3 or more years hospitality accounting experience. Bachelor's degree is preferred or associate's degree.
• Knowledge of Northstar and/or Ottimate is a plus.
• Solid grasp of GAAP, financial reporting, and budgeting practices.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and general ledger is required.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive financial information.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency working in both team and individual project environments.
• A minimum of 3 years of accounts payable and general ledger experience in hospitality is required, preferably in a country club setting.

About Wycliffe Golf & Country Club:

Wycliffe Golf & Country Club is a premier private country club located in Wellington, Florida, serving a vibrant and engaged membership community in Palm Beach County. The Club operates a multi-faceted hospitality environment that includes championship golf, racquet sports, dining, events, and full-service club amenities.

Renowned for its commitment to excellence, Wycliffe offers meticulously maintained facilities, exceptional service standards, and a strong culture rooted in professionalism, integrity, and teamwork. The Club supports robust operations across multiple departments, requiring disciplined financial management and sound accounting practices to ensure accuracy, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm