Accounting Manager

ROLE SUMMARY: Our Accounting Manager is a key contributor to ensure the accuracy of general ledgers, account reconciliations, and financial statements. We are looking for an individual who is responsible for participating in the month end close and related complex transaction processing, while also leading staff members on various tasks and projects.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Oversee general accounting work for all entities, including management of their monthly financial closeManage processes and accountant direct reports, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysisPrepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations ensuring balances are fully supported by appropriate source documentationConduct risk assessment of balance sheet accounts and maintain reconciliation policiesMonthly review of corporate credit card purchases, verifying correct general ledger coding and necessary accrualsOwnership of sales & use tax filings, including keeping up to date with individual state and local tax (SALT) policy regulationsLead complex accounting projects and focus on continuous improvements and automation; identify and implement changes to reduce cycle timeAssist with establishing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures that support a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations & profitability, and manage business risksProvide tools and metrics for the accounting department to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of their workCompile schedules for outside auditors and lead staff in gathering audit supportProvide operational, regulatory, and ad hoc reports, as requiredCreate a department that is proactive and responsive; schedule, evaluate, train, develop, and monitor team membersOther duties as assignedENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:• Primarily office-based; extended periods of sitting and computer use • Ability to review detailed financial data and reports with strong visual focus • Occasional standing, walking, and movement between office areas or properties • Ability to lift up to 15–25 lbs occasionally (files, equipment)REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:5+ years of progressive accounting experience requiredMinimum of 2+ years of accounting/finance supervisory experience with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop staffDemonstrated strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAPOn property, multi-property, or shared service hotel experience a plusAnalytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracyHighly skilled in spreadsheet and word processing software; experienced with XLOOKUP and Pivot TablesStrong verbal and written communication skillsExperienced in financial and hotel software applications (M3, Birchstreet, ProfitSword, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong understanding of all areas of Accounting including AP, AR, Cash, General Ledger, P&L preparation and analysis, etc.Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and professional work experience; accounting/hospitality focus preferred.Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvements and automation in business processesSuperior attention to detailExceptional interpersonal and relationship building skillsAdhere to all policies stated in the team member handbookWork in alignment with our shared values and act as an extension of our family of brandsA love for the history and future of the Fort Worth StockyardsHotel Drover complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans' status. #J-18808-Ljbffr