Accounting Manager

Marc & Rose; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Marc & Rose in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee financial functions of their resort and hotels. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and 5-10 years of hospitality accounting experience, including managerial responsibilities. Key duties include preparing financial statements according to GAAP, supporting cash management, and aiding in audits. The ideal candidate should have strong technical knowledge of financial processes and tools like Microsoft Excel, Opera, and Sage software.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of hospitality accounting experience, preferably in a managerial role.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial functions including ledger and payroll.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Compile and review general ledger activity and month-end processes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and manage cash responsibilities.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation and schedules.
• Provide support with financial inquiries from department heads.

Skills

General ledger management

Financial reporting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll functions

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Opera Property Management

Toast POS

Sage software

Job description

Summary of Position

The Senior Accounting Manager assists the Senior Director of Finance and other financial leaders in managing the financial and accounting functions of the resort and its affiliated hotel properties. This role is responsible for ensuring financial reporting is prepared in accordance with GAAP and the Uniform System of Accounts, with a strong emphasis on general ledger activity and balance sheet reconciliations. The Senior Accounting Manager collaborates with Finance leadership to support departmental oversight, including training and development of accounting team members.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
• Assist with the compilation and review of general ledger activity, journal entries, and month‑end close processes.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation, with a focus on high‑priority accounts such as cash, intercompany, and high‑volume accrual accounts.
• Support cash management responsibilities for the properties, including preparation of weekly reports to the CFO of Grossman Company Properties.
• Assist with external audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Support training, performance management, and professional development of Finance team members as directed by the Senior Director of Finance.
• Provide support to department heads and managers with financial inquiries and requests as needed.
• Assist in ensuring all properties remain compliant and current with licensing requirements, contracts, certificates of insurance, standard operating procedures, corporate policies, and applicable governmental regulations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Corporate Director of Finance and Senior Director of Finance.
• Embrace and reflect the resort’s culture, which is founded on the purpose of creating genuine hospitality and the pillars of service excellence in all behaviors, as well as verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience: 5-10 years of hospitality accounting experience, with closing cycle responsibility (3-5 years in a managerial role).
• Certificates or Licenses: None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with Opera Property Management, Toast POS, and Sage software preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to listen, accomplish tasks effectively, and speak clearly.

Personal Characteristics

• Behaves ethically.
• Organized: Maintains a neat, organized workspace and important documents relevant to the job.
• Communicates effectively: Speaks and listens in a clear, thorough, and timely manner, and writes proficiently in English.
• Professional appearance: Exhibits appropriate grooming standards for a four‑diamond resort.