Hotel Accountant

Accountant Staffing; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountant Staffing is seeking a Hotel Accountant for a contract opportunity with a Halifax-based client operating across hospitality and real estate sectors. Reporting to the Controller, you will support income statement reporting and accounts receivable for a portion of the portfolio.

The role emphasizes primary income statement reporting, AR management, and accurate financial documentation, with month-end close support and collaboration within a larger accounting team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with full-cycle or property/hospitality accounting is a plus.
• Sage Intacct or Yardi experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities for roughly one and a half hotels.
• Own income statement reporting and related accounting functions.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including reconciliations and follow-up.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial information and schedules.
• Assist with month-end and other regular accounting processes.
• Support timely financial reporting across assigned properties.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to meet objectives.

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Independent worker

Tools

Sage Intacct

Yardi

Job description

We're seeking a Hotel Accountant for a contract opportunity with our well-established Halifax-based client, who has a diverse portfolio spanning hospitality and real estate operations. Reporting to the Controller, the successful candidate will support accounting activities across a portion of the organization's operations, with a primary focus on income statement reporting and accounts receivable.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Manage accounting activities for approximately one and a half hotels
• Take primary ownership of income statement reporting and related accounting functions
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including reconciliations and follow-up as required
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial information and supporting schedules
• Assist with month-end and other regular accounting processes
• Support accurate and timely financial reporting across assigned properties
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and assist with other accounting requirements as needed

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Experience with full-cycle or property/hospitality accounting considered an asset
• Experience with Sage Intacct or Yardi is preferred, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a larger accounting team
• Availability to fulfill the full duration of the contract

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.
Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.