Accountant

Drury Hotels Company, LLC; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Hotel discounts

Free room nights

401(k) retirement plan

Mentorship program

Quarterly bonuses

Job summary

Drury Hotels Company, LLC in Cape Girardeau, MO seeks a non-supervisory Accountant to manage accounting for multiple hotels from the corporate office. You will support the Accounting Manager and Director on projects while maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all financial dealings.

The role requires a college degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of related experience. Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A college degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Minimum of two years related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records for assigned hotels with journal entries and variances.
• Apply GAAP to financial statements and close processes.
• Prepare year-end workpapers for assigned entities.
• Process Sales Tax and property tax payments for hotels.
• Assist in accounts payable during training period.
• Support the budgeting process and auditor schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Excel proficiency

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Starting pay $27 - $34/hour based on experience

Position eligible for 2 days a week work from home following 90 days of employment

Property Location: 200 South Farrar Dr - Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

So. Much. More. Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

• Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights
• Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year
• Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program
• Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)
• Award-winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025
• Incentives - Quarterly bonuses (we succeed together!) based on hotel results

SUMMARY

This is a non-supervisory Accountant position based in Drury Hotels Company’s Cape Girardeau Corporate office. This position will have responsibility for accounting for a number of hotels in addition to supporting the Accounting Manager and Director of Accounting on special accounting projects. The position maintains a high standard of integrity, service, and confidentiality at all times to promote the Drury culture with team members, vendors, and customers. The position reports to the Accounting Manager.

Job Duties

• Maintain the accounting records for assigned hotels by recording journal entries and reviewing variances from budget.
• Apply generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepare year-end workpapers for assigned companies.
• Prepare and process Sales Tax reports and process property taxes and loan payments for assigned hotels.
• Process Accounts Payable for a limited time while in training.
• Assist in the annual budget process.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules requested by the external auditors in preparation for the annual audit.
• Exhibit a +1 Service Attitude by providing courteous, friendly customer service.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to inquiries and requests.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner and maintain discretion/confidentiality in all matters.
• Other assignments and special projects as requested.

Qualifications, General Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Ability to take written and verbal direction and to clearly speak and read English.
• Excellent spelling, grammar and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public, service providers, shareholders and team members in a warm, friendly manner contributing to a hospitable team environment.
• Keen attention to detail in composing, preparing and proofing materials and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently.
• Ability to apply reasonable business skills and knowledge and make sound decisions regarding job responsibilities.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) and have the ability to enter data with efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently, establish priorities, set goals, and meet deadlines.
• Requires compassionate and effective people skills.

Education and/or Experience

A college degree with a major in accounting or finance required. Minimum of two years job related experience is preferred.

Rise. Shine. Work Happy. At Drury Hotels, we prioritize our team's personal growth and career development. As part of our team, you will be empowered to grow and encouraged to shine. At Drury Hotels, we offer our guests more than a place to sleep. We provide a place to feel welcome. Happy. At home. As a family-owned and operated hotel system, we honor and enhance the Drury legacy of world‑class hospitality excellence. That’s the Drury Way. Our 6,100+ team members work together—across 150 hotels in 30 states—to make sure every guest receives the very best service and value. Together we continue to grow, carefully and with clear vision, as a family of thriving hotels nationwide.

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