Accounting Manager

Kettelsen International Recruiting

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About The Position

The Accounting Manager plays a key role in supporting the Director of Finance in overseeing the financial operations of the hotel. This position is responsible for safeguarding company assets, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and preparing accurate and timely financial reports in accordance with corporate standards. The Accounting Manager also provides leadership within the department, supports cross -functional collaboration, and ensures that accounting practices align with operational and regulatory requirements. <\/div> Support the Director of Finance in managing the hotel’s financial activities and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards <\/p><\/li> Oversee daily accounting operations and be capable of performing all accounting functions when necessary <\/p><\/li> Assist in scheduling and supervising accounting associates, including Night Audit staff <\/p><\/li> Establish departmental training priorities and develop team members across multiple accounting functions <\/p><\/li> Communicate effectively with supervisors, associates, guests, vendors, and other departments <\/p><\/li> Promote teamwork and foster strong interdepartmental relationships throughout the property <\/p><\/li> Interview, hire, train, evaluate, and coach associates while ensuring fair and consistent disciplinary practices <\/p><\/li> Produce timely financial statements for hotel management and corporate reporting requirements <\/p><\/li> Ensure compliance with Finance SOP manuals and participate in asset inventory processes <\/p><\/li> Maintain records in accordance with government retention requirements <\/p><\/li> Prepare and manage sales tax returns and other applicable tax liabilities <\/p><\/li> Oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collections, credit card verification, and timely cash deposits <\/p><\/li> Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and review adjusting entries to the general ledger <\/p><\/li> Support the Controller with special projects and additional finance -related initiatives as needed <\/p><\/li> Maintain regular attendance and perform additional job -related duties as assigned <\/p><\/li><\/ul> <\/p>

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Hotel Management
• At least one year of experience in hotel or hospitality finance and accounting
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound administrative and managerial capabilities
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Proficient in training, coaching, and counseling associates
• Working knowledge of hotel operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to different audiences
• Bachelors degree in Accounting
• Diploma/Titulo on hand.
• Valid Mexican or Canadian passport with 1 year validity.
• At least 80% English.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to move to the U.S.
• No previous immigration issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Finance in managing the hotel’s financial activities and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards
• Oversee daily accounting operations and be capable of performing all accounting functions when necessary
• Assist in scheduling and supervising accounting associates, including Night Audit staff
• Establish departmental training priorities and develop team members across multiple accounting functions
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, associates, guests, vendors, and other departments
• Promote teamwork and foster strong interdepartmental relationships throughout the property
• Interview, hire, train, evaluate, and coach associates while ensuring fair and consistent disciplinary practices
• Produce timely financial statements for hotel management and corporate reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with Finance SOP manuals and participate in asset inventory processes
• Maintain records in accordance with government retention requirements
• Prepare and manage sales tax returns and other applicable tax liabilities
• Oversee all Accounts Receivable functions, including collections, credit card verification, and timely cash deposits
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and review adjusting entries to the general ledger
• Support the Controller with special projects and additional finance -related initiatives as needed
• Maintain regular attendance and perform additional job -related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health & Wellness - We offer multiple plan options for best -in -class Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, and pay for 100% of the cost of basic Life & AD&D insurance. You also have the option to purchase additional life insurance and short -term and long -term disability coverage.
• Mental Health & Emotional Wellness: HEI believes Mental Health deserves the same care and attention that is given to physical health. As part of our program, we offer free wellness seminars and a self -guided emotional wellbeing resource. Our Employee Assistance Program also provides free, prompt, and confidential help with a range of personal and family issues.
• Paid Time Off: HEI offers a competitive paid time off benefits package including vacation, sick, and flexible personal time. Details on each program vary by location and will be provided to you by your Human Resources representative.
• Flexible Personal Time: It is important that our associates are able to rest, rejuvenate, and celebrate in a way that works for them. HEI’s paid holidays are administered as flexible personal time, allowing you to transfer any holiday to another approved day of your choosing.
• 401k Retirement Plans: We want to invest in your future, which is why all new 401k contribution matches are vested immediately. HEI matches 100% on the first 3% of income contributed and 50% on the following 2%, totaling a maximum employer match of 4%.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in making associate development a priority and giving our associates the resources and tools they need to achieve success. We offer reimbursement of up to $1,500 per calendar year for approved continuing education courses.
• Associate Hotel Discount: Be our guest! We offer discounted room rates accompanied by select food and beverage discounts at HEI Hotels & Resorts for all associates and their immediate family members when traveling with or without the associate.
• Bright Horizons Child & Elder Care: HEI is pleased to offer back -up care for your children, senior adults, and pets through Bright Horizons. You also have access to heavily discounted offerings on ongoing care, nanny placement services, virtual academic support, tutoring, and much more.
• Daily Pay: When the unexpected happens, HEI associates can access their wages the day after they earn them through DailyPay. While not intended for regular use, this service can help on those occasions when you need a payroll advance for sudden bills or expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager