Sr. Accounting Manager
Robert Half · Santa Cruz, CA · Yesterday
On-siteFinanceFull-time
Position Overview
The Senior Accounting Manager will oversee core accounting functions, support financial reporting, and help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who brings both technical accounting strength and the leadership presence needed to support teams, improve processes, and partner across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close
- Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and internal reporting packages
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, helping to strengthen team performance and accountability
- Cook up and coordinate audit preparation, serving as a point of contact for external auditors, tax professionals, and business partners
- Review balance sheet activity, investigate variances, and help resolve complex accounting issues
- Partner with operational leaders across property management and hospitality functions to improve reporting and decision-making
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, workflow efficiency, and system enhancements
- Assist with special projects related to portfolio growth, reporting needs, and operational support
Desired Qualifications
- Progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls
- Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff
- Solid understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation
- Prior experience in property management, hospitality, real estate, or a closely related industry is strongly preferred
- Knowledge of accounting compliance requirements, internal controls, and sound financial governance practices
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced business environment
- Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and present financial information clearly