Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Accountant at Ivy Hospitality is responsible for owning a designated region of hotels within the portfolio, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across all accounting cycles. This role operates with a high level of accountability, managing multiple entities simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

In addition to portfolio ownership, the Senior Accountant supports and mentors junior team members, contributing to a collaborative team environment while driving consistency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across the accounting function.

Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications

Location: Remote

Essential functions:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform general accounting duties for an assigned portfolio, including month-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
• Manage cash accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, cash activity review, and monitoring of cash balances, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Manage General Ledger accounting for assigned hotels within the portfolio, ensuring accurate and complete financial records across multiple entities.
• Responsible for performing sales and use tax reconciliation, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations and guidelines.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting timelines.
• Provide support for internal and external audits, assisting in the preparation of audit schedules and gathering necessary documentation to ensure a smooth and successful audit process.
• Support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions by reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and providing guidance to support staff, driving accuracy and consistency across the portfolio.
• Perform technical accounting research to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, developing solutions, and implementing best practices to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment while reinforcing consistency, accuracy, and accountability across the function.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent work-related experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the accounting field

• Experience with M3 Accounting Core required

• Multi-property or multi-entity accounting experience required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and meet multiple competing deadlines

Taking Care of You – Our Benefits 

At Ivy, we believe in supporting our team both at work and in their personal lives. Your eligibility for benefits is based on your employment status, and full details will be shared with you during your first 30 days. Here’s a look at what we offer to help take care of you and your loved ones:

Health & Wellness 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

Financial Security & Peace of Mind 

• Basic Life Insurance & AD&D 
• Voluntary Life Insurance 
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability 
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability 
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Accident Plans 
• Pet Insurance 
• Eligible for 401(k) participation after 90 days of full-time employment. 

Time to Recharge 

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ivy Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. 

Ivy Hospitality participates in E-Verify 

In accordance with company policy, Ivy Hospitality does not hire minors; all applicants must be 18 years or older. 

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.