Accounting Manager - Raleigh Marriott City Center

Concord Hospitality Enterprises•Raleigh, NC

43d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager will supervise and develop the Accounting Clerks and General Cashier, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. This role oversees daily accounting operations, including cash handling, deposits, reconciliations, and general cashiering functions. The manager is responsible for preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. They will also assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, monitor compliance with company accounting policies, SOPs, and internal controls, and review financial transactions for accuracy and proper documentation. Additionally, the Accounting Manager will support audits, respond to audit requests, and partner with department leaders to resolve discrepancies and improve financial processes. Training team members on accounting procedures and ensuring the confidentiality of financial information are also key aspects of this role. As a Concord Leader, this individual will inspire greatness, encourage team member potential, create a positive work environment, lead with integrity, and care for their team and their families. They will also serve as a communication link, provide direction to the General Manager on employment matters, ensure wage and salary reviews are complete, monitor personnel policies, assist with onboarding, serve as a liaison for benefits administration, train payroll staff, complete all required accounting functions for the property, enforce company SOPs, project a positive attitude, ensure a safe work environment, assist other leaders, and conduct themselves professionally.

Requirements

Previous experience working in an accounting office is required.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Minimum 3–5 years of accounting or finance management experience in a hospitality or related industry.
Strong knowledge of payroll, HR, and benefits administration processes.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Experience with accounting software and financial reporting.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team and across multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
Hotel or hospitality accounting experience is a plus but is not required.
Experience with hotel accounting systems is an advantage.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and develop the Accounting Clerks and General Cashier while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Oversee daily accounting operations, including cash handling, deposits, reconciliations, and general cashiering functions.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
Monitor compliance with company accounting policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal controls.
Review financial transactions for accuracy and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
Support audits and respond to internal and external audit requests.
Partner with department leaders to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve financial processes.
Assist in training team members on accounting procedures, systems, and best practices.
Ensure confidentiality of financial information and maintain a high level of integrity in all accounting functions.
Serve as a communication link and filter for Concord information to hotel staff.
Provide direction and counsel to the General Manager on employment and associate matters.
Ensure annual wage and salary reviews and administration are complete.
Monitor compliance with established personnel policies and procedures.
Assist with the onboarding, transition, and orientation of new associates.
Serve as liaison with corporate teams and third-party administrators regarding benefits administration.
Train and hold accountable payroll processing staff.
Complete all required accounting functions for the property as directed by GM and Corporate.
Consistently enforce all company SOPs, policies, and procedures.
Project an enthusiastic, optimistic, and helpful attitude.
Ensure a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures.
Assist other Leadership Team members and/or managers as needed.
Conduct self to reflect the high standards of professionalism within Concord Hospitality.