Accounting Manager

HOTEL DROVER•Fort Worth, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive as it is impossible to outline every duty or responsibility a role will entail. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ROLE SUMMARY: Our Accounting Manager is a key contributor to ensure the accuracy of general ledgers, account reconciliations, and financial statements. We are looking for an individual who is responsible for participating in the month end close and related complex transaction processing, while also leading staff members on various tasks and projects.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive accounting experience required
Minimum of 2+ years of accounting/finance supervisory experience with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop staff
Demonstrated strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP
On property, multi-property, or shared service hotel experience a plus
Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy
Highly skilled in spreadsheet and word processing software; experienced with XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experienced in financial and hotel software applications (M3, Birchstreet, ProfitSword, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of all areas of Accounting including AP, AR, Cash, General Ledger, P&L preparation and analysis, etc.
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and professional work experience; accounting/hospitality focus preferred.
Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvements and automation in business processes
Superior attention to detail
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
Adhere to all policies stated in the team member handbook
Work in alignment with our shared values and act as an extension of our family of brands
A love for the history and future of the Fort Worth Stockyards

Responsibilities

Oversee general accounting work for all entities, including management of their monthly financial close
Manage processes and accountant direct reports, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis
Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations ensuring balances are fully supported by appropriate source documentation
Conduct risk assessment of balance sheet accounts and maintain reconciliation policies
Monthly review of corporate credit card purchases, verifying correct general ledger coding and necessary accruals
Ownership of sales & use tax filings, including keeping up to date with individual state and local tax (SALT) policy regulations
Lead complex accounting projects and focus on continuous improvements and automation; identify and implement changes to reduce cycle time
Assist with establishing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures that support a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations & profitability, and manage business risks
Provide tools and metrics for the accounting department to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of their work
Compile schedules for outside auditors and lead staff in gathering audit support
Provide operational, regulatory, and ad hoc reports, as required
Create a department that is proactive and responsive; schedule, evaluate, train, develop, and monitor team members
Other duties as assigned