Join BWH Hotels - Where Passion Meets Purpose

At BWH® Hotels, we don't just offer employment opportunities, we create opportunities to be part of something extraordinary. As a global leader in hospitality for nearly 80 years, our vision is to inspire travel through unique experiences. Joining our corporate team means becoming part of a dynamic and inclusive community that values innovation, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in the travel industry.

Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, BWH Hotels boasts a powerful portfolio of 18 brands, including WorldHotels, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay Hotels®, with approximately 4,300 hotels in over 100 countries. We take pride in our top-ranking employee engagement scores and foster a workplace culture where your contributions truly matter. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality!

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision and Training:
  • Plan and direct day-to-day operations and workflow.
  • Develop and trains staff.
• Period-End Closing:
  • Coordinate period-end closing of accounts payable.
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual 1099 process.
• Invoice and Payment Processing:
  • Review invoices to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Participate in the weekly payment processing to ensure prompt payment.
• Vendor Management:
  • Reviews and ensures all vendor set-up and maintenance forms are collected and accurate. 
• Policy Adherence:
  • Develop, communicate, interpret and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures to assist managers with questions.
• Collaboration:
  • Coordinate activities with other Finance areas to meet accounting/department standards and processing schedules.
  • Contribute to team effort by coordinating or participating in special projects.
• Problem Solving:
  • Identify, recommend, and implement quality improvement processes.

Preferred Experience and Education

• Minimum 5 years related accounting experience, including supervisory experience.
• Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Skills
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Working knowledge of accounting ERP systems (Workday experience preferred).
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Accountability
  • Provide day-to-day direction and general supervision according to defined standards and guidelines.
  • Accurate and timely processing of payments.
  • Receive operational guidance on goals or service standards.
  • Attract, retain, motivate and develop staff.
• Leadership
  • Motivate others to accomplish established responsibilities, goals and timelines.
  • Effectively lead and supervise employees.
• Knowledge
  • Familiarity with policies, procedures and guidelines specific to the job.
  • Demonstrated functional/professional knowledge.
• Relationship Management
  • Convince others within the organization to comply with procedures and practices.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and internal and external customers.
• Problem Solving
  • Resolve familiar problems and understand process flow.

Work Location

• This is a hybrid position, requiring an onsite presence approximately 3+ days per week at our Headquarters location (6201 N 24th Parkway | Phoenix | AZ | 85016).
• Typical working hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (Arizona Time); alternate work hours may be considered.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Benefits Summary for Full Time Employees (work 30 + hours per week)

Available Day One:

*     Medical/Dental/Vision

*     Vacation/Sick/Floating Holidays - accruals start

*     401K - company match and direct contribution

*     Employee discounts/Hotel discounts

*     Financial and health wellness programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Best Western International, Inc. (the "Company") maintains a policy of equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard race (including hair textures and hair styles associated with race), color or pigmentation, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, caste, age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, LGBTQ+ individuals, height, or weight, pregnancy status, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, uniformed service or veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws. The Company’s equal employment opportunity policy applies to all aspects of employment with the Company, including but not limited to, hiring, promotion, transfer, benefits, discipline and termination.