Staff Accountant / Senior Accountant

Awayday Vacation Rentals; Destin (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Awayday Vacation Rentals is seeking a Staff or Senior Accountant (DOE) located in Destin, FL to join our accounting team. You will handle month-end close, financial reporting, and support budgeting and forecasting across multiple brands.

You will work with accounting and operations leaders nationwide, contributing to process improvements and visibility with senior leadership. Expect growth opportunities as the role evolves within Awayday's expanding vacation rental management business.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2-4+ years' experience in accounting with knowledge of US GAAP principles.

Responsibilities

• Completes month-end close procedures, including account reconciliation, journal entry preparation, and review and analysis of revenue and expense accounts
• Prepares monthly financial reports analyzing variances in financial performance
• Identify, document and implement accounting policies and process improvements
• Assists with preparation of external financial statements and support of external audits
• Participates in cross functional company initiatives as necessary
• Utilize knowledge of US GAAP principles on a daily basis and assist with technical research
• Plans and executes monthly financial review with local operations team
• Supports various departments with reporting, analysis, and special projects
• Completes year-end tax forms for owners and vendors
• Assists with accounts payable processing
• Other job duties as assigned

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

At Awayday, our accounting team plays a central role in driving the growth and success of our family of vacation-rental brands. As a Staff or Senior Accountant (DOE), you’ll be responsible for accurate financial reporting, thoughtful analysis, and supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts.

You’ll partner closely with both the accounting team and operations leaders across the country, gaining exposure to a fast-paced, multi-brand environment. This role offers the chance to build technical expertise, contribute to process improvements, and play a meaningful part in shaping the future of vacation rental management.

Reporting directly to a Regional Accounting Manager, this position offers high visibility to senior leadership and the opportunity to make a tangible impact. As Awayday continues to grow, you’ll have meaningful opportunities to expand your responsibilities, develop your career, and step into increased leadership over time.

**Must be located in Destin, FL

Responsibilities

• Completes month-end close procedures, including account reconciliation, journal entry preparation, and review and analysis of revenue and expense accounts
• Prepares monthly financial reports analyzing variances in financial performance
• Identify, document and implement accounting policies and process improvements
• Assists with preparation of external financial statements and support of external audits
• Participates in cross functional company initiatives as necessary
• Utilize knowledge of US GAAP principles on a daily basis and assist with technical research
• Plans and executes monthly financial review with local operations team
• Supports various departments with reporting, analysis, and special projects
• Completes year-end tax forms for owners and vendors
• Assists with accounts payable processing
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-4+ years' experience in accounting, demonstrated knowledge of Accounting and US GAAP principles