Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Purpose

Under the general guidance of the Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of financial operations. This role ensures financial integrity through compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies. The position involves preparing accurate financial statements, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, supporting payroll processes, and partnering with operational leaders to optimize financial performance. This individual must demonstrate strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Duties and Functions

• Performing all accounting functions in the event assistance is needed or to support the team during absences or high-volume periods.
• Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations.
• Effectively schedule, monitor, and evaluate controllable departmental expenditures to stay within the restraints of the established budget through labor management and purchasing control systems.
• Establish and monitor scheduling of all accounting associates, including Night Audit.
• Effectively plan in order to meet demands of both the guests and the staff.
• Assisting in producing Financial Statements within the designated time frame for preliminary distribution to hotel management and to meet corporate requirements.
• Preparing consolidated financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for all properties.
• Assist Director of Finance with the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts each period.
• Review any problem accounts with Director of Finance and adjust entries to the general ledger.
• Ensure accuracy in general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and P&L statements.
• Verify compliance with Finance SOP Manual and ensure policies and procedures are followed consistently.
• Participate in and critique asset inventories.
• Maintain records storage area in compliance with record retention requirements of relevant government agencies.
• Preparation and knowledge of sales tax returns, as well as any other applicable tax liabilities.
• Manage and oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collection calls as needed.
• Ensure the A/R aging percentages are in compliance with SOP.
• Verify credit cards are processed every night by Night Audit.
• Verify cash deposits are made timely.
• Supervise AP/AR processing and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Review and authorize vendor payments and bank reconciliations.
• Liaise with People & Culture/payroll teams to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Monitor labor costs and identify areas for cost control for the hotel.
• Coordinate budgeting and capital planning efforts for all assigned locations.
• Partner with Department Heads to analyze performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Assist in financial reviews and strategy meetings for the properties.
• Provide training and guidance to property-based accounting or admin staff.
• Coordinate with shared services or corporate finance teams as needed.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service. We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in hotel finance and accounting in a similar sized operations required, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel.
• Knowledge of hotel financial statements and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of Opera and Micros, and accounting systems.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen.
• Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail.
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork.
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Must be able observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations.
• Prior experience managing accounting for multiple properties.
• Knowledge of GAAP and hotel industry accounting standards (e.g., USALI).
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Opera PMS, Micros, Silverware, SUN, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Additional Information

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