Hospitality Client Accounting - Manager

Overview

A professional services firm is seeking a Manager to join their Hospitality team within the Client Accounting Advisory practice. This is a remote position, though occasional presence at an office may be required for client work, team meetings, or training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Hospitality accounting team, ensuring timely delivery of client work.
• Independently perform and assist with complex accounting services.
• Manage a global team by providing guidance, training on accounting principles, and addressing client and internal inquiries.
• Understand industry and client challenges to offer solutions and identify cross-selling opportunities.
• Manage team performance, ensuring goals and benchmarks are met, including delivering monthly financials and supporting career growth.
• Develop and maintain client relationships through proactive communication and timely billing.
• Utilize and develop expertise in relevant technology, enforce quality control procedures, and identify process improvements.
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Conduct oneself professionally, adhering to regulations and professional ethics.
• Maintain compliance with firm-wide and local policies.
• Foster proactive communication with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond promptly and accurately to requests.
• Collaborate with internal experts to provide solutions for client challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA and/or CPA license preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Hospitality industry.
• Proven ability to lead corporate accounting processes such as cash management, accounts receivable/payable, month-end close, payroll, and benefits.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and hands-on experience with controllership functions including consolidations, general ledger close, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project).
• Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, R365, and Sage Intacct is preferred.
• Strong project and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Deep understanding of accounting and finance processes and financial statement preparation and analysis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range in Illinois: $110,000 to $180,000, dependent on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable laws.
• Total rewards package includes discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded parental benefits, and access to learning and development platforms.

Location

• Remote position with potential occasional office presence as needed.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Information

• The firm operates under an alternative practice structure with separate entities providing assurance, advisory, and tax services.
• The position requires adherence to professional ethics and firm policies.
• Unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters are not accepted unless under a written agreement with the firm's Talent Acquisition Team.