Accounting Specialist

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually Great Lakes Management Group (GLMG Hotels) USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award Winner – 2024, 2025 & 2026 Join an award-winning hospitality company and help create exceptional guest experiences by maintaining safe, functional, and well-maintained hotel facilities. Competitive Pay Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Leadership Development Programs Employee Recognition Programs Supportive Team-Oriented Culture Work for a USA TODAY Top Workplace Award Winner (2024, 2025 & 2026) About Great Lakes Management Group Great Lakes Management Group (GLMG) is a growing hospitality management company overseeing a diverse portfolio of hotels across multiple markets and leading hospitality brands, including IHG, Hilton, and Wyndham. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional hospitality experiences while maintaining strong financial performance, operational excellence, and trusted relationships with our hotel owners and investors. As our portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Accounting Specialist to support our corporate accounting team. This position will play an important role in managing accounts payable, processing payroll, and supporting day-to-day accounting functions for our hotel properties. Position Overview The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions across Great Lakes Management Group's portfolio of hotels, with a primary focus on accounts payable, payroll processing through ADP, and property-level accounting support . This individual will work closely with the corporate accounting team, hotel General Managers, and property-level leadership to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, deadlines are met, and accounting records are maintained appropriately. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and possesses strong attention to detail. We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Manage accounts payable processes for assigned hotel properties, including invoice entry, coding, approvals, and payment processing. Review invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and appropriate general ledger coding. Ensure vendor payments are processed accurately and in accordance with established payment schedules. Maintain organized vendor records, invoices, and supporting documentation. Reconcile vendor statements, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding payment issues. Communicate with hotel management teams and vendors regarding invoice questions, payment status, and account discrepancies. Assist with maintaining consistent accounts payable procedures and internal controls across the hotel portfolio. Payroll Administration & ADP Process and support payroll functions for assigned hotel properties using ADP Workforce Now . Review payroll submissions, employee hours, pay rates, deductions, and adjustments to ensure accuracy. Coordinate with hotel General Managers and department leaders to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure timely processing. Assist with payroll-related reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger allocations. Support employee payroll changes, including new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, and other payroll-related updates. Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation and payroll information. Assist with payroll compliance, recordkeeping, and established company payroll procedures. Serve as a resource to hotel management teams regarding payroll processes and ADP-related questions. Property Accounting & Financial Support Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly accounting functions for assigned hotel properties. Support month-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Review property financial transactions and assist with identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies. Assist with bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. Review hotel revenue reports, expense transactions, and other property-level financial documentation. Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting. Assist with tracking and reconciling balance sheet accounts, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities. Work collaboratively with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Collaboration & Process Improvement Maintain strong working relationships with hotel General Managers, property teams, and corporate leadership. Respond to accounting-related inquiries in a professional and timely manner. Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and administrative efficiency. Assist with the development and implementation of standardized accounting procedures. Support special accounting projects, financial reviews, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience. Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or a related financial role. Experience with accounts payable processing, invoice management, and general accounting procedures. Experience processing payroll or supporting payroll administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative accounting team. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential financial and employee information with professionalism and discretion. Preferred Experience with M3 Accounting Software is a plus. Experience with ADP Workforce Now is strongly preferred. Previous accounting experience in the hotel or hospitality industry. Familiarity with multi-property accounting operations. Experience with general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closing procedures. Understanding of hotel financial reporting and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). Experience working with hotel property management systems or hospitality financial reporting tools. A CPA designation is not required for this position. We value practical accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn and grow within our organization. Great Lakes Management Group offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position provides an opportunity to work within a growing hospitality organization, gain exposure to accounting operations across multiple hotel properties, and develop professionally as part of an experienced corporate accounting team. Join Our Team At Great Lakes Management Group, we recognize that accurate financial management and dependable accounting support are essential to the success of our hotels. If you are an accounting professional who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, supporting a team, and contributing to the success of a growing organization, we encourage you to apply. Great Lakes Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr GLMG Hotels