Accounting Manager

Job Description

Under the general guidance of the Assistant Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager is responsible for assisting in directing the financial activities of the hotel, safeguarding its assets, and preparing all financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position supports the Finance Department by ensuring compliance with financial regulations, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. 

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Provide comprehensive support in all accounting functions as needed to ensure seamless financial operations in the absence of support key team members. 

• Monitor, control, and evaluate departmental expenditures by implementing effective labor management strategies and purchasing controls, ensuring alignment with the approved budget. 

• Establish and oversee the scheduling of all accounting staff, ensuring optimal coverage and efficiency based on operational demands. 

• Align staffing schedules with business volume and departmental needs, maintaining both productivity and service quality. 

• Proactively plan and coordinate departmental activities to meet the evolving needs of hotel guests and support team members effectively. 

• Assist in the timely preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring preliminary distribution to hotel management and adherence to corporate reporting deadlines. 

• Ensure full compliance with the company’s Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and update practices as needed to reflect policy changes or audit recommendations. 

• Participate in and provide critical feedback during asset inventories, helping to verify accuracy and accountability of property assets. 

• Maintain an organized and compliant financial records storage area, following all relevant government record retention guidelines. 

• Prepare and file applicable tax documentation, including sales tax returns and other required filings, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations. 

• Confirm timely and accurate cash deposits, reconciling discrepancies and safeguarding financial integrity. 

• Assist the Assistant Director of Finance with monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and identifying any unusual variances. 

• Review problem accounts with the Assistant Director of Finance, making necessary adjustments to the general ledger to reflect accurate financial data. 

• Assist in the recruitment process for finance and management roles, identifying, screening, and attracting qualified candidates from both internal and external sources. 

• Deliver job-specific training to associates, promoting operational excellence, consistency, and adherence to established standards. 

• Demonstrate reliability by adhering to established attendance policies and being available to work as scheduled, including weekends or holidays as needed. 

• Perform additional finance-related tasks or responsibilities as assigned, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the Finance Department. 

• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred. 

• Three years of experience in Hotel Finance and Accounting. 

• Knowledge of Hotel Financial Statements and Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. 

• Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy 

• Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values 

• An intermediate to proficient understanding of Computer systems such as: Opera, Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred 

• Enter and locate work related information using computers and/or point of sale systems 

• Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen 

• 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