Accountant Controller (Hotel Industry Required)

Howard Financial; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an experienced Accountant Controller with a focus on the hospitality sector. The role involves leading financial operations for various hospitality clients, providing insights, and supporting client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in hospitality accounting and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Quarterly performance bonus

Unlimited paid time off

Remote work options

10 paid holidays per year

Structured schedule

Annual performance reviews

Career growth opportunities

Learning culture

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ in hospitality.
• Strong grasp of revenue recognition and occupancy taxes.
• Available to work full-time during 9 AM-5 PM EST hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes with GAAP reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financials such as P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Oversee job costing, forecasting, and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Client service skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Hospitality accounting

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

M3

Excel/Sheets

Job description

Accountant Controller (Hotel Industry Required)

About Howard

Howard Financial Services delivers tailored back-office support to a range of growing companies, with services spanning bookkeeping, accounting, FP&A, and strategic finance. We partner with businesses in hospitality, real estate, consumer products, and sponsor-backed companies-helping them scale with confidence through sharp financial insight and operational clarity.

The Role: Controller (Hospitality Focus)

We're looking for a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations for a portfolio of hospitality clients-including hotels, vacation rentals, and boutique properties. You'll own financial reporting, support client relationships, and guide a team of accounting professionals. If you're detail-obsessed, client-savvy, and experienced in hospitality finance, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes with accurate GAAP reporting
• Prepare and analyze financials-P&L, balance sheet, cash flow-with clear insights
• Oversee job costing, forecasting, and budget-to-actual reporting
• Review and guide the work of junior team members on hospitality accounts
• Leverage tools like QuickBooks Online, M3, and property management systems (PMS)
• Ensure compliance with hospitality standards, tax filings, and internal controls
• Be the primary point of contact for clients-answering questions, solving problems, and coordinating with auditors or tax teams
• Support onboarding of new clients: chart of accounts setup, process mapping, and best practices tailored to hospitality

Requirements

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ in hospitality (hotels a plus)
• Strong grasp of hospitality accounting-revenue recognition, occupancy taxes, and industry metrics
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online, M3, Excel/Sheets; PMS tools a bonus
• Clear communicator with strong client service skills
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• Available to work full-time during 9 AM-5 PM EST hours
• Open to working as an Independent Contractor

Benefits

• Competitive pay - based on experience and role
• Quarterly performance bonus - tied to team and individual results
• Unlimited paid time off - with a few blackout dates (Jan-Feb for tax season)
• Remote work - collaborate with a global team from wherever you are
• 10 paid holidays per year - local or U.S. holidays, your choice
• Structured schedule - standard business hours with 9-5 EST overlap
• Annual performance reviews - with clear feedback and salary discussions
• Career growth opportunities - we support your development and next steps
• Learning culture - we value curiosity, feedback, and continuous improvement
• Supportive team - sharp, friendly people who care about great work
• Clear processes - so you can focus on delivering results