Vice President of Accounting

Full-Time

Job Type

Island Hospitality is currently seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President of Accounting to lead our financial operations within our dynamic hospitality management company. This executive role offers an exciting opportunity to influence financial strategy, ensure compliance, and support the growth of our portfolio of properties.  Leading a team of more than 25 direct and indirect reports, this leader will play a critical role in strategic planning, internal controls, and financial reporting for our third-party ownership partners. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting, finance, and hospitality industry experience to drive operational excellence and financial integrity.  

Position Requirement

• Lead and manage the accounting department, providing clear direction and fostering a high-performance culture focused on accuracy and accountability.
• Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including month-end close, audits, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to support business development efforts through financial analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment.
• Responsible for all Corporate accounting including producing financial statements, budgeting and tax compliance and filings.
• Provide cash management for corporate accounts and property accounts ensuring cash balances meet the approved cash outflows of the business.  
• Open and close bank accounts for Island Management Companies and new properties. 
• Provide leadership for onboarding new properties including banking, merchant IDs, liquor licenses and other licensing requirements.
• Supervise accounting staff, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations to build a cohesive team.
• Manage project management initiatives related to system upgrades or new financial tools to optimize workflows.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies.
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership and support budgeting and forecasting.
• Serve as the key liaison for external audits, SOX Compliance and tax filings. 
• Collaborate with operational teams to align financial goals with hospitality performance metrics.

Position Qualifications

• Proven management experience leading large hospitality accounting teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong strategic planning skills with a track record of implementing successful financial initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities that motivate teams and influence cross-functional collaboration.
• Extensive experience managing profit & loss statements, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Supervising experience in overseeing complex accounting functions with attention to detail and compliance standards.
• Business development acumen with the ability to identify opportunities for growth through financial insights.
• Skilled in project management methodologies to lead process improvements effectively.
• Knowledge of sales processes as they relate to revenue recognition and financial reporting standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Active CPA required.
• Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Training

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

Team Member Wellness Program

Rewarding Benefits Package

• Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection Insurance 
• Commuter benefits including transit & parking
• Pet Insurance 
• PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time Family Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution

Rewarding Hard Work

• Incentive based bonus program
• Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand
• Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand
• Team Member recognition and bonus 
• Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
• Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals 
• Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

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