Accounting Manager Island H2O Live

NDM Hospitality Services • Kissimmee, FL

6h

About The Position

NDM Hospitality Rentyl Resorts is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own the accounting function for Island H2O Live, a waterpark operating asset. Reporting to the Director of Accounting, this role owns the month-end close, delivers accurate financial reporting and analysis to leadership and ownership, and maintains a strong internal control environment. It is ideal for a hands-on manager who can both review the details and elevate the numbers into insight.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and ownership of month-end close
• 2+ years supervising or reviewing the work of other accountants
• Strong command of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, modeling, analysis)
• Experience with the Oracle NetSuite accounting system
• Experience with the RocketRez system and Toast Point of Sale system
• Ability to own the general ledger, financial statements, and the close process
• Proven ability to manage, review, and develop accounting staff
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a process-improvement mindset
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong cross-functional partnership with operations, front office, leadership, and ownership
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insight for non-financial stakeholders
• High attention to detail, organization, and accountability for team deliverables

Nice To Haves

• CPA strongly preferred
• Waterpark or attractions industry experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountant(s) supporting the waterpark
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers prepared by staff
• Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close calendar, ensuring deadlines are met
• Review the financial package for accuracy and completeness before it is distributed to leadership and ownership
• Conduct variance analysis (budget vs. actual) and provide insights to leadership
• Generate and present timely, accurate reporting for internal stakeholders and ownership
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and operational efficiencies
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making and profitability improvements
• Lead the annual budget process and periodic forecasts in partnership with operations
• Own cash flow forecasting and monitor liquidity across the portfolio
• Maintain and enforce internal controls and company accounting policies
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and billing processes
• Oversee waterpark and revenue accounting, including Attendance/POS reconciliation
• Ensure all accounting activities comply with GAAP standards
• Review and approve vendor payments and disbursements above established thresholds
• Manage any annual audits, coordinate the prepared-by-client (PBC) list, and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and waterpark regulations
• Complete state sales tax filings

Benefits

• Ownership of the accounting function across a unique and growing waterpark portfolio
• Opportunity to work with waterpark operations and food & beverage revenue streams
• High-impact financial reporting and analysis presented to ownership
• Leadership of a growing accounting team with property expansions ahead
• Key leadership role in ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening controls, and driving business performance

What This Job Offers

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