Job Description
The Night Audit Manager is responsible for ensuring the operation of the Front Office in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with quality service prior to and throughout their stay, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy. This role specifically oversees the Front Office functions during the overnight hours. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly. QUALIFICATIONS: At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience. Supervisory experience required. Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing. Must have a valid driver's license from the applicable state. Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately. Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations. Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure. Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests. Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Respond to all guest requests, problems, complaints and/or accidents presented at the Front Desk or through Reservations, in an attentive, courteous and efficient manner. Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction. Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Guest Services personnel according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s. Ensure compliance to brand and company training, using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards. Prepare and conduct all Guest Services interviews and follow hiring procedures according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s. Conduct all 90 day and annual Guest Service employee performance appraisals according to S.O.P.'s. Develop employee morale and ensure training of Guest Services personnel. Maximize room revenue and occupancy by reviewing status daily. Analyze rate efficiency, monitor credit report and maintain close observation of daily house count. Attend all required Rooms Merchandizing meetings with all appropriate reports and documentation necessary to establish select sell guidelines and implement appropriate restrictions. Supervise the Night Audit function and monitor the House Charge Worksheet and Flash Report for accuracy. Participate in required M.O.D. program as scheduled. Be responsible for developing a manager as assigned by the Corporate Office, including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement. Ensure all end of the month report dates are met, i.e., Central Reservations, Market Segment, AAdvantage, Travel Agent check registers, etc. Review Guest Services staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to Accounting on a timely basis. Prepare employee Schedule according to business forecast, payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Present with Wage Progress Report to General Manager weekly. Ensure that no-show revenue is maximized through consistent and accurate billing. Maintain Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s regarding Purchase Orders, vouchering of invoices and checkbook accounting. Ensure that Wage Progress, Productivity and the Ten Day Forecast are completed on a timely basis according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s. Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers, employees and other departments. Work closely with Accounting on follow-up items, i.e., returned checks, rejected credit cards, employee discrepancies, etc. Operate all aspects of the Front Office computer system, including software maintenance, report generation and analysis, and simple programming. Monitor proper operation of the P.B.X. console and ensure that employees maintain Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s in its use. Monitor the process of taking reservations ensuring that Aimbridge Hospitality courtesy and up selling techniques are maintained.