Senior Property Accountant
About The Position
Provides accounting support for multiple centralized properties, including preparation of monthly financial statements, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and tax filings. Supports cash management activities such as accounts payable disbursements, cash forecasting, funding requests, and ownership distributions. Applies accounting discipline to complex ownership structures and communicates directly with ownership groups regarding financial results. Performs detailed account analysis across balance sheet, income, and expense accounts. Supports financial and sales/use tax audits and ensures compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Acts as a senior contributor by supporting process improvement initiatives, assisting with training less experienced accountants, and partnering with leadership and operations teams. The position has no direct supervisory duties but provides guidance, training, and mentorship to less senior accountants. The application period is approximately 30 days or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Requirements
- Four-year degree in Accounting or a related field.
- At least 4 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of general ledger, balance sheet, and income statement reporting.
- Experience preparing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and USALI.
- Experience with sales, use, and occupancy tax filings.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff without direct supervisory responsibility.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interpret contracts and financial documents.
Nice To Haves
- Hospitality experience preferred.
- Experience with M3 Accounting Core, ProfitSword, Blackline, and PMS systems preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete month-end duties for assigned properties, including financial statements, reconciliations, and tax filings, accurately and in accordance with deadlines.
- Prepare and maintain journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Analyze financial statements, balance sheets, and income and expense accounts to verify accuracy, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
- Prepare and file sales, use, occupancy, and property tax filings, and support timely payment of taxes.
- Support cash management processes, including cash forecasts and funding requests.
- Assist properties with accounting needs while applying Sage SOPs, GAAP, and USALI standards.
- Provide accounting and financial support, including special projects, to on-property finance teams, VPs of Operations, and Sage leadership.
- Assist with annual budgets and forecasts, including fixed and variable cost analysis.
- Support ownership reviews and external audits, including preparing requested documentation.
- Train and mentor less senior accounting team members and serve as a resource for accounting questions and best practices.
- Promote open communication and a positive team environment.
- Escalate sensitive accounting-related issues to leadership in a timely manner.
- Compile corporate and property-level reports to support compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.
Benefits
- Unlimited paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) program with employer matching
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Paid FMLA leave for up to 12 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on hotels, restaurants, and more
- Employee Referral Bonus Program, with up to $1,000 per referral
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
