Accounting Manager

Description

Job description

Accounting Manager

Cascade Hotel, Kansas City – A Tribute Portfolio Collection

About the Cascade Hotel

The Cascade Hotel, part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, is where art, culture, and hospitality merge. Nestled in Kansas City’s iconic Country Club Plaza, we offer a refined experience that blends elegance, innovation, and Midwestern charm. Our Administrative & General team sets the tone for fiscal responsibility and accountability. We are seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the charge.

Position Summary

Position Title: Accounting Manager

Department: Accounting & Finance

Reports To: General Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary: The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel's financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, timely financial reporting, and effective internal controls. This role will be hands-on in managing day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll coordination, monthly P&L preparation, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate will bring analytical strength, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

· Oversee daily accounting operations including revenue audit, general ledger entries, reconciliations, and cash management.

· Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements and reports in accordance with Marriott brand standards and GAAP and USALI.

· Maintain balance sheet integrity through timely reconciliations and analysis.

· Manage accounts payable and receivable processes; ensure vendors are paid on time and aging is managed appropriately.

· Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial planning in coordination with the General Manager and ownership.

· Monitor hotel compliance with internal control procedures, accounting policies, and brand requirements.

· Support payroll processing, tax filings, and coordination with third-party payroll provider via the above property support team.

· Liaise with ownership and management company on financial performance, capital planning, and audit support.

· Work closely with department heads to review expenses, labor costs, and operational performance.

· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

· Minimum of 3 years of hotel accounting or hospitality finance experience; 1 year in a management or supervisory role preferred.

· Familiarity with Marriott accounting standards, systems, and reporting tools (e.g., MARSHA, CI/TY, PeopleSoft) strongly preferred.

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools; experience with hotel property management systems such as Opera, BirchStreet, and Micros is a plus.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and work independently.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer.

· Occasionally required to stand, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Cascade Hotel | Kansas City A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Where originality meets service and every moment is designed to inspire.