Corporate Property Accountant / Assistant Director of Finance

WS Management • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

WS Management is seeking an experienced Accounting / Assistant Director of Finance to support our growing multi-property hotel portfolio. This is an elevated accounting leadership role, designed to serve as the primary backup and support to the Director of Finance, with responsibility for financial accuracy, internal controls, audits, and special projects across the portfolio. This role requires prior hotel property-based accounting experience and a strong understanding of hotel financial operations. The Assistant Director of Finance plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, audit readiness, funding continuity, and risk mitigation across all properties. This is not a bookkeeping or entry-level accounting role. The successful candidate will bring strong judgment, technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to independently manage complex, multi-entity financial responsibilities.This position supports WS Management's Three P Philosophy: People, Profit & Planet by protecting assets, ensuring compliance, and supporting sustainable growth.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hotel accounting experience required.
• Multi-property hotel accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of hotel financial statements, P&Ls, and balance sheets.
• Experience with internal audits, insurance audits, and Workers' Compensation audits.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-entity accounting responsibilities.
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Experience with hotel accounting systems (Sage or similar preferred).
• High attention to detail with strong professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Accounting or related degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate monthly Profit & Loss statements for assigned properties.
• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals in accordance with accounting standards.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Ensure financial statements are complete, accurate, and supported by proper documentation and reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations for assigned entities.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure balance sheet accounts are properly supported and reviewed.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable balances and aging, and revenue integrity.
• Review and audit daily income journals for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor City & Guest ledger, partner with property teams to research and resolve discrepancies .
• Support revenue integrity and accurate reporting
• Support Accounts Payable processing, including invoice review and posting.
• Ensure expenses are coded accurately and consistently across properties.
• Maintain organized AP documentation and audit trails.
• Support vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Help prevent inaccuracies and protect financial integrity by:
• Following established accounting policies and procedures
• Supporting internal control systems & Identifying process improvements and risk areas
• Maintain reliability and consistency in financial records.
• Coordinate with the Director of Finance on funding timing and approvals.
• Serve as the primary finance contact for audit-related inquiries.
• Lead and complete insurance audits, including property and liability policies.
• Coordinate and complete Workers' Compensation audits, ensuring accurate payroll and exposure reporting (in coordination with HR and payroll teams).
• Gather, review, and submit required documentation within audit timelines.Lead and support special financial projects as assigned by the Director of Finance or Executive Leadership.Assist with training and mentoring accounting team members as applicable
• Conduct internal financial audits at properties to assess compliance, accuracy, and controls.
• Document findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Follow up on corrective actions and process improvements.
• Monitor property-level funding needs and cash flow requirements.
• Ensure adequate funding is in place for payroll cycles, vendor payments, capital projects, and operating needs.
• Serve as the primary finance leader in the absence of the Director of Finance.
• Provide guidance and support to property leadership teams during periods of increased financial activity or transition
• Act as a financial partner to General Managers and Operations Leadership.
• Respond to financial inquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and clarity.
• Prepare summaries, analyses, and recommendations for executive review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed