Senior Accountant

About Thind Management:

Thind Management is a dynamic hospitality and real estate development company based in The Woodlands, Texas. With a growing portfolio of hotels, award-winning restaurants, mixed-use developments, and innovative F&B brands, we pride ourselves on excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and values-driven leadership. We're building something special-and we're looking for dedicated professionals to grow with us.Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Controller / Senior Accountant to oversee the accounting operations of our diverse, multi-entity organization. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and providing strategic financial insights to support business growth and performance.Key Responsibilities:1. Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all operating entities.
• Manage the full-cycle month-end and year-end close process, including all reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
• Generate and present timely profit & loss reports, balance sheets, and variance analyses to executive leadership.
• Consolidate financial data across multiple business units, including restaurants, hotels, and real estate holdings.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all departments and entities.
• Develop rolling forecasts and cash flow projections to support financial planning.
• Monitor budget vs. actual performance and provide actionable insights to department heads.
• Work closely with ownership and operations to evaluate new business opportunities and model investment returns.

3. Accounting Operations & Internal Controls

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, including A/P, A/R, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Maintain and enforce internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Monitor and manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.

4. Payroll & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with HR and third-party payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, contract compliance, and payment terms.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships in coordination with operations and procurement teams.

5. Tax Compliance & External Reporting

• Prepare or support the preparation of federal, state, and local tax filings in partnership with external CPAs.
• Ensure timely filing of sales tax, franchise tax, and other required reports.
• Assist in audits, financial reviews, and other reporting requirements as needed.
• Maintain compliance with evolving tax regulations and licensing requirements for hospitality businesses.

6. Systems & Technology

• Manage and optimize accounting software for accuracy, reporting, and scalability.
• Support the integration of new systems across the company (POS, inventory, HRIS) to ensure seamless financial tracking.
• Leverage Excel and other tools to create dashboards, models, and real-time reporting for leadership.

7. Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Work directly with the executive team to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as a financial advisor to brand leaders, GMs, and department heads across the portfolio.
• Support and potentially manage junior accounting staff as the department grows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or controllership experience, ideally in hospitality, multi-unit operations, or real estate.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and multi-entity accounting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with a high level of integrity and accountability.