Club Details

The University Club of Washington Dc

1135 16th St NW
Washington, DC, DC 20036

Unique Club/Facility Details

The University Club of Washington, DC is one of America’s oldest and finest private, member-owned clubs. The University Club is currently ranked #15 on the Platinum Clubs of America list, out of thousands of recognized clubs. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, The University Club was founded in 1904 and is one of the nation’s most historic city clubs. Just steps from the White House, the Club contains indoor dining venues, 59 guest rooms, two squash courts, one pool, one full-service day spa, a newly renovated fitness complex, and special event venues. The hallmarks of our Club are elegance and tradition, athletics, sociability, and a celebration of intellectual pursuits.

Club is open 6 days per week, 12 months per year.

Age of Club: 120

Number of Members: 1850

Average Age of Members: 46

Club Ownership: Member-Owned

Gross Dollar Volume: $14,000,000.00

Annual Dues Volume: $7,000,000.00

Annual Food Sales: $2,800,000.00

Annual Beverage Sales: $900,000.00

This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.

Golf Facilities

Golf facilities unspecified

Racquet Facilities

Racquet facilities unspecified

Swimming Facilities

Indoor

Indoor Heated Pool

Other Athletic Facilities

Squash Courts

Dining Facilities

Formal Dining Room
Member's Grill
Lounge/Bar
Banquet Room

Job Details

Date Posted

1/9/2025

Job Title

Sr. Accountant

Job Description

As a Senior Accountant, you will report to the Director of Finance and work closely with other accounting staff, internal departments, and club members. This role will work both independently and closely with the Director of Finance as part of a team, preparing member billings and support documentation, A/R collections, identifying and researching variances, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with month-end closing. Your role is to support the Director of Finance in managing the club's financial operations and accounting functions. You will work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure accurate financial reporting, adherence to financial policies and procedures, and effective financial management.

Candidate Qualifications

Knowledge and skill:

Good with numbers and an analytical acumen.
Intermediate level Microsoft Excel experience.
Strong attention to detail, excellent, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and math skills.
Well-developed verbal and written communications skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously when needed; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Process driven has a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Customer driven, keen to exceed expectations, solutions focused and go above and beyond.
Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.

Customer Service:

Anticipate and respond to member needs; follow up until needs are met.
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.
Contribute to a positive work environment.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes.
Make appropriate decisions using sound judgment.
Use resources efficiently.
Search for less costly ways of doing things.

Competency

Communication Proficiency
Time Management
Collaboration Skills
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Flexibility
Technical Capacity
Stress Management/Composure

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA) from a four-year college or university and three to six years’ experience in accounting. Familiarity with accounting in the hospitality industry, specifically private member clubs, is preferred.

Date Position Available

February 17, 2025

Salary Range

$80,000.00 to $94,999.00

Other Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits
Group health, and dental, 100% of premiums paid by the club for employees
Term life insurance
Flexible Spending Program (FSA)
A tax-deferred 401K program
Generous Paid Time Off, inclusive of vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Professional development opportunities

Please send resumes to:

Mrs. Paula Clark
Human Resources Manager
The University Club of Washington DC
1135 16th Steet, NW
Washington, DC 20036
PHONE: 202-824-1385
resume@universityclubdc.com