Night Auditor

City, State: Ocean City,, Maryland

Title: Night Auditor

Location: Ocean City, MD FLSA: Non-Exempt Status: F ull-time Reports to: Front Office Manager

Pay Range: 17.00 - 19.00 Job Summary: The Night Auditor is responsible for closing the business day by balancing revenues and receipts, performing bookkeeping activities, and providing guest services such as check-ins, check-outs, and addressing guest inquiries, ensuring a smooth overnight operation of the hotel.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Greet, register, and assign rooms to hotel guests.
• Verify customer payment methods and process credit authorizations.
• Maintain accurate records of room availability and guest accounts using the property management system.
• Balance daily receipts and revenues, conducting income audits on posted revenues.
• Assist guests with check-out processes, reviewing accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Answer phone calls promptly, directing inquiries or addressing guest needs.
• Coordinate with overnight housekeeping or maintenance staff to resolve guest issues.
• Make and confirm reservations, ensuring accurate data entry.
• Provide guests with information on hotel services and local attractions.
• Document guest feedback and escalate issues to management when necessary.
• Perform nightly “bucket checks” to ensure compliance with hotel standards.
• Assist in maintaining security and safety during overnight shifts by monitoring guest activity and access.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Required Experience, Education, and Skills:

• Previous experience in a hospitality or customer service role preferred.
• Proficiency in basic bookkeeping and balancing financial transactions.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in using property management systems and office software.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Work Environment:

• Primarily indoor work, with occasional standing, walking, and lifting of items up to 10 lbs.