Senior Accountant - Hotel and Restaurants

Jobot; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Growth Opportunity

Retirement matching and Bonus

Tenured Team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Accountant for a hospitality-focused multi-location operation in Orlando. You will oversee AP/AR/GL, close monthly books, prepare financial statements, and ensure GAAP compliance across hotels and restaurants.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience, a BA in accounting/finance, and familiarity with MRI and Great Plains. CPA is a plus; hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years progressive accounting experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience in hotel and restaurant industry is a strong plus.
• Proficiency with MRI and Great Plains accounting systems.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and financial controls.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage general accounting functions: AP, AR, GL, and taxes.
• Perform month-end close procedures and journal entries.
• Conduct balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee accruals and prepaids.
• Manage accounting reporting for multiple locations.
• Operate MRI and Great Plains within accounting processes.
• Collaborate with restaurant ops to resolve cash, deposits, and chargebacks.
• Assist with annual budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide requested documents.
• Maintain internal controls over revenue, costs, and budgets.

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Cost Accounting

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MRI

Great Plains

Job description

Senior Accountant - Hotel and Restaurants, Multiple Locations, Growth Potential, Hybrid work

This Jobot Job is hosted by: David Hyon

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

We are a Hospitality Company with multiple divisions located in Orlando FL.

Why join us?

• Medical/Dental/Vision


• Growth Opportunity


• Established Hospitality Company


• Retirement matching and Bonus


• Tenured Team

Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in the vibrant Hotel and Restaurant industry, where you will be a key player in the Accounting and Finance department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial health of our multi-location operations, ensuring all financial transactions are accurate, and providing timely and accurate financial reports.

Responsibilities

• 1. Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.


• 2. Handle month-end close procedures, including the preparation and posting of journal entries.


• 3. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and inter-company account reconciliations.


• 4. Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable financial rules and regulations, including GAAP.


• 5. Oversee the preparation of Accruals and Prepaids.


• 6. Manage accounting reporting for multiple locations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.


• 7. Utilize and maintain accounting systems including MRI and Great Plains.


• 8. Work closely with restaurant operations to resolve cash, deposits, and chargeback issues.


• 9. Assist with annual budget preparation and implementation.


• 10. Collaborate with external auditors, providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.


• 11. Maintain and implement internal control safeguards for the receipt of revenue, costs, and both team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures.


• 12. Continually improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.


• 2. A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience.


• 3. CPA certification is preferred.


• 4. Experience in the hotel and restaurant industry is a strong plus.


• 5. Proficiency in accounting software, specifically MRI and Great Plains.


• 6. Strong knowledge of GAAP.


• 7. Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• 9. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• 10. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.


• 11. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.


• 12. Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.


• 13. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional looking to take their career to the next level. If you are a self-starter with a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.