Senior Accountant

HEI Hotels & Resorts•Fairfield, CT

1d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies. This role oversees month-end and year-end close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and audit support while helping strengthen accounting processes, controls, and overall financial accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
Five or more years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
Proficiency with the standard suite of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Strong knowledge and practical application of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
Demonstrated experience applying U.S. GAAP to financial reporting, account analysis, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close activities.
High degree of integrity and professionalism required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive financial information.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to prioritize departmental functions to meet due dates and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Previous hospitality or hotel management company experience preferred.
Working knowledge of Oracle is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the preparation and maintenance of financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.
Analyze general ledger accounts and investigate variances, discrepancies, and unusual transactions.
Ensure proper revenue recognition, expense classification, accrual accounting, and account presentation in accordance with GAAP. Research and evaluate accounting issues and transactions to ensure appropriate treatment under U.S. GAAP and Company accounting policies, escalating complex or unusual matters as appropriate.
Monitor accounting processes and internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
Review financial data for accuracy and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.
Maintain detailed and organized accounting documentation to support financial reporting and audit requirements.
Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
Coordinate with auditors and provide requested financial records, reconciliations, and explanations.
Collaborate with finance, operations, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Provide oversight and guidance to Accounts Payable personnel to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and payments.
Review Accounts Payable activities, reconciliations, and aging reports to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and timely resolution of outstanding items.
Coordinate with external tax preparers by providing accurate financial information, schedules, and supporting documentation required for the preparation of tax returns; track tax filing deadlines and ensure required tax payments are made timely.
Assist with the review, distribution, and tracking of K-1s and other tax-related documents, including auditing for accuracy and resolving discrepancies as needed.
Resolve tax and agency notices.
Work directly with the broader Corporate Accounting and Finance team on ad hoc projects and special assignments.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.