Accounting Manager

Generation Hospitality; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Generation Hospitality is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant to support a portfolio of properties with day-to-day financial needs. You will partner with on-property teams to drive accurate reporting and strong financial controls.

You will manage daily reporting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, tax filings, payroll, and capital project accounting while upholding GAAP, USALI, and company policies. A collaborative, analytical mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Understanding of GAAP, USALI and general ledger practices.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (M3, Profitsword, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to build partnerships with property teams and cross-functional departments.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
• Adaptability and willingness to support ongoing process improvements.
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling financial data.

Responsibilities

• Act as a financial business partner to assigned properties, providing guidance, oversight, and support on day-to-day accounting functions.
• Collaborate with General Managers and department leaders to ensure alignment with financial goals and policies.
• Prepare, input, and review daily financial reports for accuracy and timely distribution.
• Perform and review daily and monthly bank reconciliations to resolve discrepancies.
• Batch and process vendor payments; manage vendor relationships and inquiries.
• Prepare and submit applicable tax filings in compliance with jurisdiction requirements.
• Serve as the point of contact for accounting system maintenance and audits.
• Compile and validate property-level bonus and incentive programs.
• Track and report on capital project spend and ensure proper approvals.
• Oversee property payroll processing and labor cost analysis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

USALI understanding

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Analytical thinking

Tools

M3

Profitsword

Job description

As a recognized leader in the hospitality industry, Generation Hospitality Group brings unparalleled expertise in marketing, sales, operations and revenue management.

About the role

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant to support a portfolio of properties with their day-to-day financial needs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys partnering with on-property teams, digging into numbers, and helping hotels operate more effectively.

What you'll do

Property Support and Financial Oversight

Act as a financial business partner to assigned properties, providing guidance, oversight, and support on day-to-day accounting functions. Collaborate with General Managers and department leaders to ensure alignment with financial goals, compliance with policies, and timely issue resolution.

Daily Financial Reporting

Prepare, input, and review daily financial reports for accuracy, consistency, and timely distribution across assigned properties.

Bank Reconciliations

Perform and review daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly.

Accounts Payable Oversight

Batch and process vendor payments; maintain vendor relationships; ensure timely resolution of payment inquiries or issues. Partner with property teams to ensure procurement systems are properly utilized and integrated into the payables process.

Tax Compliance

Prepare and submit applicable tax filings (e.g., sales, occupancy, or other local/state taxes) in compliance with property and jurisdictional requirements.

System Administration

Serve as the point of contact for accounting system maintenance and troubleshooting; manage user access, perform audits, and ensure data integrity.

Bonus & Incentive Calculations

Compile, calculate, and validate property-level bonus and incentive programs.

Capital Project Accounting

Track and report on capital project spend; ensure proper approval processes are followed, and expenses are booked to appropriate accounts.

Payroll and Labor Management

Oversee property payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and labor regulations. Review labor reports for accuracy and trend analysis, validate payroll journals, and partner with property leadership to manage labor costs effectively while maintaining staffing efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality
• Understanding of GAAP, USALI and general ledger practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (M3, Profitsword, etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to build partnerships with property teams and cross-functional departments
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Adaptability and willingness to support ongoing process improvements
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling financial data