Accounting Manager - Embassy Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge

Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus eligible

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Hilton travel discounts

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions is seeking an Accounting Manager for a 223-room full-service Hilton hotel in Baton Rouge. You will oversee daily accounting operations, drive accurate financial reporting, and ensure compliance with Hilton standards while mentoring accounting staff.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning, collaborating with department heads to optimize financial performance and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or hotel environments.
• Prior supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial reporting practices.
• Experience with Hilton systems (e.g., PEP, R&I, Simphony).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash handling procedures.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
• Monitor hotel revenues, expenses, and forecasts; provide analysis to support business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards, internal audit requirements, and local/state regulations.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard hotel assets.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning processes.
• Collaborate with department heads to improve financial performance and cost controls.

Skills

Hospitality accounting

Supervisory experience

GAAP expertise

Excel pro

Hilton systems

Tools

Hilton systems

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge

Department: Finance

Reports To: General Manager

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager supports the financial operations of a 223-room full-service Hilton hotel, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with Hilton standards, and efficient day-to-day accounting functions. This role oversees accounting processes, internal controls, and team members while partnering with operational departments to drive financial performance and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash handling procedures.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
• Monitor hotel revenues, expenses, and forecasts; provide analysis to support business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards, internal audit requirements, and local/state regulations.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard hotel assets.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning processes.
• Collaborate with department heads to improve financial performance and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or hotel environments.
• Prior supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of hotel financial reporting practices.
• Experience with Hilton systems (e.g., PEP, R&I, Simphony).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Core Competencies

• Financial acumen and analytical thinking
• Leadership and team development
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based.
• Ability to work extended hours during month-end, audits, and peak business periods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Hilton travel discounts
• Paid time off and holidays