Staff Accountant – Luxury Resort Finance & GAAP

Tides Inn; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additional benefits and wellness perks

Job summary

The Tides Inn is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle accounting functions and month-end close for the resort. You will report to the Controller and perform tasks including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, P&L, and tax filings while supporting property management teams.

Key duties include GAAP-based reporting, internal controls, and collaboration with A/R, A/P, and payroll. A strong attention to detail and hospitality industry exposure are preferred, with a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and payroll support
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with accounts payable processes
• Knowledge of payroll regulations
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
• Ability to research and resolve routine accounting issues

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and laws applicable to finance and accounting.
• Support Controller and management.
• Provide training on accounting systems, policies, and processes.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes for the resort.
• Prepare and distribute financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and reconcile General Ledger and cash reconciliations; record journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Collaborate with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll.
• Knowledge of bi-weekly payroll process.
• Safeguard assets with internal controls and documentation.
• Assist in tax filings and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain documentation for all accounting transactions.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and financial analyses.
• Suggest improvements to meet objectives and enhance efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounts payable

Payroll support

Cash handling

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Hospitality, or a related field

Tools

M3 accounting system

ADP HR/Payroll system

Job description

The Tides Inn is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle accounting functions and month-end close for the resort. You will report to the Controller and perform tasks including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, P&L, and tax filings while supporting property management teams.

Key duties include GAAP-based reporting, internal controls, and collaboration with A/R, A/P, and payroll. A strong attention to detail and hospitality industry exposure are preferred, with a comprehensive benefits