Accounting Manager

Hotel Drover; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Drover in Fort Worth is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the general ledger, reconciliations, and monthly close across multiple entities. You will lead a team, drive process improvements, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting with strong controls and documentation.

The role requires US GAAP expertise, 5+ years of accounting, 2+ years in supervision, and advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP, Pivot). Prior hotel software experience (M3, BirchStreet, ProfitSword) is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of accounting/finance supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and hotel industry considerations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting work for all entities and monthly close.
• Manage accounting team to ensure timely, accurate reporting and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Lead process improvements and automation to reduce close cycle time.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide schedules and support for audits.

Skills

US GAAP

Staff supervision

Excel (XLOOKUP, Pivot)

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

M3

BirchStreet

ProfitSword

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY: Our Accounting Manager is a key contributor to ensure the accuracy of general ledgers, account reconciliations, and financial statements. We are looking for an individual who is responsible for participating in the month end close and related complex transaction processing, while also leading staff members on various tasks and projects.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Oversee general accounting work for all entities, including management of their monthly financial closeManage processes and accountant direct reports, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysisPrepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations ensuring balances are fully supported by appropriate source documentationConduct risk assessment of balance sheet accounts and maintain reconciliation policiesMonthly review of corporate credit card purchases, verifying correct general ledger coding and necessary accrualsOwnership of sales & use tax filings, including keeping up to date with individual state and local tax (SALT) policy regulationsLead complex accounting projects and focus on continuous improvements and automation; identify and implement changes to reduce cycle timeAssist with establishing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures that support a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations & profitability, and manage business risksProvide tools and metrics for the accounting department to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of their workCompile schedules for outside auditors and lead staff in gathering audit supportProvide operational, regulatory, and ad hoc reports, as requiredCreate a department that is proactive and responsive; schedule, evaluate, train, develop, and monitor team membersOther duties as assignedENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:• Primarily office-based; extended periods of sitting and computer use • Ability to review detailed financial data and reports with strong visual focus • Occasional standing, walking, and movement between office areas or properties • Ability to lift up to 15–25 lbs occasionally (files, equipment)REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:5+ years of progressive accounting experience requiredMinimum of 2+ years of accounting/finance supervisory experience with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop staffDemonstrated strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAPOn property, multi-property, or shared service hotel experience a plusAnalytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracyHighly skilled in spreadsheet and word processing software; experienced with XLOOKUP and Pivot TablesStrong verbal and written communication skillsExperienced in financial and hotel software applications (M3, Birchstreet, ProfitSword, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong understanding of all areas of Accounting including AP, AR, Cash, General Ledger, P&L preparation and analysis, etc.Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and professional work experience; accounting/hospitality focus preferred.Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvements and automation in business processesSuperior attention to detailExceptional interpersonal and relationship building skillsAdhere to all policies stated in the team member handbookWork in alignment with our shared values and act as an extension of our family of brandsA love for the history and future of the Fort Worth StockyardsHotel Drover complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans' status.