Night Auditor
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Sonesta San Jose- Milpitas, CA
Milpitas, CA, US
Summary
The Night Auditor manages overnight front desk operations, including guest check-ins and assistance, while ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions and daily reports. They are also responsible for monitoring hotel safety and security and coordinating with other departments to maintain operational readiness.
Job Description
We’re People People. Are you?
We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast 🚀).
With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.
But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).
What this role is all about
What this role is all about
Great guest experiences don’t stop when the sun goes down — and our Night Auditors help keep everything running smoothly overnight. You’ll welcome late-arriving guests, support overnight hotel operations, and ensure the day’s financial activity is accurate and ready for the morning team.
This role is perfect for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. You’ll balance warm, attentive guest service with front desk responsibilities, financial reporting, and overnight safety and security procedures.
If you’re a night owl who stays calm under pressure and loves creating exceptional hospitality experiences — we’d love to meet you.
What you’ll be doing
What you’ll be doing
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Provide friendly, professional, and attentive guest service during overnight Front Desk operations including check-in, check-out, and guest assistance.
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Complete nightly audit procedures including balancing accounts, reconciling transactions, processing financial reports, and closing daily hotel operations.
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Monitor overnight hotel activity and respond promptly and professionally to guest requests, concerns, and operational needs.
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Process guest payments, billing adjustments, cash handling procedures, and PMS transactions accurately.
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Prepare and distribute daily operational, accounting, and occupancy reports for hotel leadership teams.
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Maintain strong knowledge of hotel operations, room inventory, reservations systems, guest service standards, and hotel procedures.
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Support room assignments, reservations, wake-up calls, and overnight operational coordination across departments.
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Monitor hotel safety, security, and overnight operational readiness while following hotel safety procedures and policies.
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Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards across Front Desk and lobby areas.
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Partner closely with Housekeeping, Engineering, Security, and hotel leadership teams to support smooth overnight operations.
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Any other duties as assigned.
What great looks like
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Previous Front Desk, Night Audit, hospitality, hotel operations, accounting, customer service, or guest service experience preferred.
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Experience using PMS systems, POS systems, reservations platforms, and handling cash transactions accurately preferred.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile reports, balances, and financial transactions accurately.
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Excellent communication, problem-solving, and guest service skills.
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Ability to work independently and remain organized in a fast-paced overnight hospitality environment.
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Basic accounting, auditing, or financial reporting knowledge preferred.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to operational accuracy.
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Flexible availability including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and audit coverage as needed.
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Positive, dependable, and service-focused mindset with the ability to handle guest concerns professionally.
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A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest experience, and operational excellence.
Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information
Pay ranges from $26.00 to $27.000 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific experience/overall experience
How we reward you
At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.
Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Educational Assistance
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these ✈️)
- Additional Perks & Employee Discounts
Our Commitment to You
Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Before You Apply
To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Discover the perfect starting point for your Bay Area adventure at our newly renovated Silicon Valley hotel. Enjoy effortless access to the best of San Jose and Santa Clara County. Our location puts you near technology powerhouses including Cisco, Intel, Apple, Hewlett Packard, Google, and more. What's more, San Jose International Airport (SJC) is just 5 miles away. Use our convenient parking facilities to explore the favored attractions and activities in Silicon Valley.
Enjoy the comfort of our updated and spacious guest rooms and suites after a busy day of meetings or exploring the area. For ultimate relaxation, lounge on our sundeck beside the heated outdoor pool. Keep up with your fitness routine in our 24-hour fitness center boasting cutting-edge equipment. Indulge in tantalizing California cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Manzanita, serving a fusion of Latin and Asian-inspired flavors.
At Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, we’re so happy you’re here.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hotels and Motels
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Milpitas, California
Discover the perfect starting point for your Bay Area adventure at our newly renovated Silicon Valley hotel. Enjoy effortless access to the best of San Jose and Santa Clara County. Our location puts you near technology powerhouses including Cisco, Intel, Apple, Hewlett Packard, Google, and more. What's more, San Jose International Airport (SJC) is just 5 miles away. Use our convenient parking facilities to explore the favored attractions and activities in Silicon Valley.
Enjoy the comfort of our updated and spacious guest rooms and suites after a busy day of meetings or exploring the area. For ultimate relaxation, lounge on our sundeck beside the heated outdoor pool. Keep up with your fitness routine in our 24-hour fitness center boasting cutting-edge equipment. Indulge in tantalizing California cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Manzanita, serving a fusion of Latin and Asian-inspired flavors.
At Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, we’re so happy you’re here.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hotels and Motels
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Milpitas, California