Senior Accountant

Overview

The Senior Accountant will support a cluster of 5 properties (Lake Nona Wave, Courtyard Lake Nona, Residence Inn Orlando Lake Nona, Springhill Suites Orlando Lake Nona, and Aloft Lake Nona). This role is responsible for managing assigned financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The Senior Accountant will partner with Finance and property leadership teams, ensuring sound financial practices, continuous process improvements and supporting operational success.

At CoralTree Hospitality, we're committed to enriching your career and life experiences through unparalleled benefits that support your personal and professional growth. Joining the CoralTree team means gaining access to an exceptional benefits package designed with you in mind. Join us and discover a workplace where your contributions are valued and rewarded every day.

• Explore Freely: Immerse yourself in our Team Member Travel Program, where you'll enjoy complimentary and discounted stays at CoralTree Hospitality properties, allowing you to explore new destinations effortlessly.
• Share the Experience: Enjoy UNLIMITED Friends and Family discounted rates, creating unforgettable memories together.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Take charge of your well-being through our pre-tax flexible benefit plan, covering healthcare and dependent care expenses, tailored to your needs. Our comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, including pet insurance ensures peace of mind for you, your family, and your furry companions.
• Build for the Future: Plan for tomorrow with our 401(k) plan, complete with a company match, empowering you to build financial security.
• Support When You Need It: Navigate life's challenges with confidence through our Employee Assistance Program, providing support when you need it most.
• Enriched Lifestyle: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with paid vacation, sick days, and holidays, giving you time to recharge and celebrate with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access team member discounts from top industry brands in travel, entertainment, and retail, including Apple, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and more, making every day a little more extraordinary.

As a member of the Lake Nona Wave Hotel team, you'll also benefit from:

• Enhanced Wellness: Benefit from special rates at the Lake Nona Performance Club, enhancing your wellness journey.
• Culinary Delights: Indulge in discounts at Tavistock Group Restaurants, savoring culinary experiences at exceptional value.
• Complimentary, Convenience, and Comfort: Receive team member meals, uniforms, and parking, ensuring convenience and comfort during your workday.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial accounts.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Manage the accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment posting, and collections.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, providing insights and recommendations.
• Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies to safeguard the hotel’s assets.
• Payroll Processing: Oversee payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.
• Tax Compliance: Prepare and file quarterly and annual tax returns, including sales tax, payroll tax, and other required filings.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analyses to support decision-making and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Advanced Degrees: Some positions may prefer or require a Master’s Degree for advanced expertise.
• Industry Experience: Proven experience as an accountant in the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Financial Management: Experience in managing daily financial transactions, preparing financial statements, and overseeing payroll.
• Accounting Principles: Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Attention to Detail: Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of financial policies and regulations. Finish
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g., ProfitSword, Oracle, or hotel PMS and POS systems like Opera/Micros)
• Excellent communication skills and a strong comfortability presenting to owners.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow other instructions and perform other work-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member will have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The team member may be asked to use hands and arms to reach, carry, pull, and lift up to 25 lbs. 
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.  This job description is subject to change at any time.  The team member will be required to follow other instructions and perform other work-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

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