Regional Accounting Manager

Opportunity:  Regional Accounting Manager

Manage and direct the accounting activities of the decentralized properties with the main objective of preparing timely and accurate accounting records and financial statements for the managed properties in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and established standards. Onboard new hotels and managers to HHM’s accounting functions and perform special projects for the Accounting management team.

Potential Career Path

Director of Financial Services –Controller – VP Finance

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee the activities of the accounting team members to ensure the timely and accurate preparation of accounting records and financial statements for the managed properties. 
• Develop and implement procedures and provide onsite training to promote the efficient, effective and timely completion of accounting activities by property accountants.
• Review and approval of property financial statements and monthly financial records (monthly packs).
• Act as primary liaison between the internal audit, property management and the HHM Accounting management team to ensure all control issues and process improvements are addressed.
• Communicate with and provide training to the Operations team to assist with compliance of HHMLP Policies and procedures.
• Research and provide analysis and insight into financial trends, operational issues and variances to budgets and forecasts.
• Work closely with other Regional Accounting Managers and the Vice President of Financial Services to ensure effective coordination of activities between Accounting and Operations.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to property accountants.
• Oversee the accounting and internal control functions of the decentralized hotel accounting teams to ensure SOX compliance.
• Assist accounting management team in the establishment, coordination and administration of internal control procedures/policies prescribed in the HHMLP Accounting Policies and Procedure Manual and the Narratives (HHMLP P&P’s).
• Assist with both internal and external audits to ensure complete, timely and accurate responses to information requests.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Ensure compliance and satisfaction of all government, company, franchise and ownership requirements throughout job performance.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Previous Supervisory experience.
• Prior hotel experience preferred.

Work Environment and Context

• Requires sitting for extended periods, use of hands and fingers to operate computers and keyboards.

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