Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) Manager – Hospitality

Cherry Bekaert•Chicago, GA

About The Position

This position supports the continued growth of Cherry Bekaert's Finance & Accounting Outsourcing practice and expanding hospitality client base. The successful candidate will partner with FAO leadership and hospitality-focused clients to deliver accounting, financial reporting, and advisory solutions that help organizations improve performance and achieve their business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience within a public accounting firm.
Experience providing outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services to multiple clients.
Hospitality industry experience required, including experience supporting hotels, restaurants, resorts, hospitality management companies, or related organizations.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and operational metrics.
Experience leading and developing accounting professionals, including remote and offshore team members.
Strong project management, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.
Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting and financial reporting services for hospitality clients.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
Lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals, including offshore team members.
Oversee client onboarding activities, including process transitions, system implementations, and operational integrations.
Review financial statements, management reporting packages, reconciliations, and other client deliverables.
Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and operational reporting.
Monitor engagement performance, resource utilization, and client satisfaction.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process enhancements and technology solutions.
Manage multiple client priorities while ensuring exceptional client service and quality delivery.