Senior Accountant US Hotel Operations

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to manage general ledger activities, reconciliations, financial reporting, and key components of the month-end and year-end close process. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and experience working independently while providing guidance to junior accounting staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and review general ledger journal entries for accuracy and completeness
• Lead monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve complex discrepancies
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Analyze financial data and provide variance explanations and recommendations
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities for assigned properties or business units
• Prepare documentation for external audits and coordinate with auditors
• Provide technical accounting guidance and review work completed by Staff Accountants
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, particularly for complex or escalated items

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of relevant accounting experience
• US hotel accounting experience is required
• CPA certification or active CPA pursuit is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations
• Solid understanding of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable
• Hands-on experience managing the full accounting cycle, from journal entries through month-end close and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong communication skills and experience mentoring or reviewing junior accounting staff