Finance Purchasing Coordinator

Why work for Fairmont?

At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. From the beaches of Hawaii to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates to the heart of London, our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture, expressive decor and artistry, and magnificent features. Add engaging service, and the result is an unforgettable guest experience.

Finance Purchasing Coordinator

The Finance Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for assisting with various duties between Finance (Accounts Payable & General Cashiering) and Purchasing. Additional responsibilities include responding to vendor inquiries, processing invoices and payments, monitoring bank debits, and assisting with various other duties. Supports the Finance department with preparing balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, month end closing, and monthly inventory counts.

What you will be doing:  

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Check & respond to voicemails and emails
• Assist Accounts Payable; distribute invoices for approval & coding, print/stuff/mail AP checks, setup vendors and wire payments, reconcile statements, etc.
• Assist General Cashier; ensure notes and coins are fully stocked, extract deposits, balance banks and assist with over/shorts, etc.
• Assist with purchasing and inventory processes using BirchStreet.
• Support purchase order creation, processing, and tracking.
• Assist with vendor setup, maintenance, and coordination in multiple systems.
• Support beverage inventory and requisitions to outlets.
• Assist F&B with pricing, recipes, and cost control efforts.
• Coordinate ordering and supplies for banquet and event operations.
• May help prepare some month end journal entries
• Perform other various related tasks as requested by the Finance and Purchasing Leaders.

Your experience and skills include: 

• Previous experience as Accountant in a Hospitality/Residential environment
• Understanding of Accounting principles, and competency in Opera and GFS
• Two year college degree or equivalent work experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
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