Senior Director of Accounting

About the role

The Senior Director of Accounting provides strategic leadership and oversight of all property-level accounting functions for a hotel management company, supporting a portfolio of branded and independent hotels. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with USALI and GAAP standards, effective internal controls, owner and stakeholder reporting, cash management, and operational financial support for hotel leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
• Complies with USALI and GAAP standards
• Develops effective internal controls
• Supports owner and stakeholder reporting
• Manages cash flow
• Provides operational financial support for hotel leadership teams
• Drives accounting excellence
• Standardizes processes and controls
• Develops high-performing accounting teams
• Promotes informed business decisions and maximizes financial performance through partnerships with operations and ownership groups

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; MBA preferred
• CPA certification preferred
• Proven track record of driving financial performance and improving internal controls
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with owners and stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Skills

• Financial analysis and reporting
• Internal controls and compliance
• Team leadership and development
• Strategic planning and execution
• Collaboration and stakeholder engagement

Benefits

Compensation: $120,000+

Schedule

Full-time position