Director of Accounting

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to provide strategic leadership and hands-on oversight of the accounting function across a growing portfolio of owned and managed hospitality assets. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this individual will lead a team of Accounting Managers, Controllers, and accounting professionals while ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance across a multi-entity organization. This role serves as a key business partner to executive leadership and operations, driving scalable accounting processes, financial insights, and operational excellence to support continued growth. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team across corporate and property-level operations, including Accounting Managers and Controllers Design scalable organizational structures, staffing plans, and succession strategies to support business growth Establish performance expectations, accountability, and professional development plans Continuously evaluate team structure, workloads, and responsibilities to improve efficiency and optimize resources Assess current and future staffing needs to support acquisitions, new locations, and organizational growth Build a strong talent pipeline through recruiting, internal development, and cross-training Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration Champion ongoing training in accounting standards, hospitality accounting, and financial systems Partner with executive leadership and Human Resources on organizational planning, compensation strategy, and long-term succession planning Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across multiple entities Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, lender, and ownership reporting requirements General Accounting Oversight Oversee the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management functions Ensure accurate intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and consolidations Develop, implement, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Multi-Entity & Property Accounting Oversee accounting and financial reporting across multiple business entities and managed operations Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of management fees, shared services, and intercompany transactions Serve as the primary accounting contact for ownership groups, investors, joint venture partners, and external stakeholders Support financial reviews, audits, and reporting requests Hospitality & Operational Finance Ensure accurate accounting for hospitality-related revenue streams, including lodging, food & beverage, events, and ancillary operations Monitor key financial performance metrics, including profitability, operating margins, labor costs, and departmental performance Partner with operational leadership to improve financial performance and reporting Systems & Process Improvement Oversee accounting systems, ERP platforms, property management systems, payroll, and financial reporting tools Ensure data integrity, standardized reporting, and a consistent chart of accounts across all entities Lead automation initiatives and process improvements that improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls Strategic Finance Provide financial analysis and recommendations that support executive decision-making Partner with leadership on annual budgets, forecasts, long-range planning, and financial modeling Support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, new property openings, business transitions, and operational expansion Treasury, Risk & Compliance Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, banking relationships, and merchant services Identify financial and operational risks and implement effective mitigation strategies Maintain strong governance practices, segregation of duties, and internal control compliance Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and regulatory requirements Qualifications Education Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required CPA strongly preferred Experience 10+ years of progressive accounting experience 5+ years of senior accounting leadership experience Proven success leading accounting teams within multi-entity or multi-location organizations Hospitality, hotel, resort, restaurant, or property management experience strongly preferred Technical Skills Expert knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls Strong ERP experience (NetSuite or similar enterprise accounting systems preferred) Familiarity with hospitality accounting principles, including USALI, is a plus Experience with property management, point-of-sale, and payroll systems preferred Strong expertise in consolidated financial reporting, intercompany accounting, and the month-end close process Demonstrated success building, mentoring, and leading high-performing accounting teams Strategic thinker with strong financial and operational business acumen Proven ability to lead organizational change, improve processes, and drive operational efficiencies Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executives and non-financial stakeholders Strong partnership skills with operations, executive leadership, ownership groups, and external business partners High standards for accuracy, integrity, accountability, and financial governance #J-18808-Ljbffr enVision Staffing Solutions