Staff Accountant

Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Location Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX Overview Due to tremendous growth in our Select Service Division we are seeking a highly skilled Staff Accountant to join our organization. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for reconciling the general ledger accounts and performing the daily cash reconciliation and income journal process for each of his/her hotel assignments. The performance of this position will be primarily measured by how successful we are in the ensuring that all entries and reconciliations are completed daily. Responsibilities Prepare and complete balance sheet reconciliations on assigned hotels Perform a detailed general ledger review monthly for each property to ensure accurate financial statements Work with AP and Payroll department on resolution of any issues Ensure open items identified during the balance sheet reconciliation process have been communicated with follow-up as necessary Review and approve PO’s for each property with a focus on accuracy of GL coding Assist with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting Develop a relationship with each General Manager in order to assist with any Accounting and AP related items Hold weekly calls with the General Managers to discuss any issues Review P&L statements with GM’s in Accounting System Preparing and posting approved monthly financial statement journal entries Assist in the accounting and transition of new property acquisitions Play an integral part in the successful completion of external financial audits, including reconciliation requests and delivering information requested by auditors on a timely basis Provide support on ad hoc projects Qualifications Associate degree or higher in Accounting required Strong PC skills including Excel and Word Strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work overtime as necessary to complete assigned tasks. Hospitality and hotel specific experience preferred Blackline experience strongly preferred A/R experience strongly preferred Minimum of 2 years of experience Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Benefits We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions Paid holidays Paid vacation Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law) Employee assistance program (EAP) Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law For Employees Based In Washington 8 paid holidays per year Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next. For Employees Based In Colorado 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. For Employees Based In California 8 paid holidays per year Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO. Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next. Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement ("CBA"). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable. The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions Posting Date This job opening was posted on August 28 2026 and will remain open for at least 75 days. #J-18808-Ljbffr Highgate