Accounting Manager

ABOUT HOTEL DROVER: 

Inspired by the pioneering spirit of the West, Hotel Drover delivers true Texas hospitality. Named to honor the legendary cowboys who drove cattle to market across the plains, Hotel Drover is an Autograph Collection® property, offering a truly unique guest experience in the heart of the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. 

Our goal is simple. To harness the true spirit of the Stockyards through the legacy of the drover, creating an experience that can only be achieved here in Fort Worth. Proud of where we came from, we greet visitors with a tip of the hat and a firm handshake, welcoming all to enjoy life’s simple pleasures and genuine Texas hospitality. 

So, dust off your boots, grab your hat and join us at Hotel Drover. 

WHO WE’RE SEEKING: 

We’re seeking a unique individual who will embody the heart and soul of the Fort Worth Stockyards while caring deeply about our brand and community – someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This person is driven to create meaningful experiences for our employees, guests, and community.   

We want to work with someone who brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. We are seeking an individual who will whole-heartedly take responsibility for ensuring Hotel Drover successfully delivers Legendary Service to every guest, every day.   

We have poured our passion, energy, and excitement into crafting an extraordinary place and brand – and we know that the right Accounting Manager for Hotel Drover will be as inspired and passionate about this vision as we are. Care for people, have a belief in the power of community, and the desire to create extraordinary experiences drive us. You must apply if these things also drive you! 

ROLE SUMMARY: Our Accounting Manager is a key contributor to ensure the accuracy of general ledgers, account reconciliations, and financial statements. We are looking for an individual who is responsible for participating in the month end close and related complex transaction processing, while also leading staff members on various tasks and projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee general accounting work for all entities, including management of their monthly financial close

• Manage processes and accountant direct reports, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis

• Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations ensuring balances are fully supported by appropriate source documentation

• Conduct risk assessment of balance sheet accounts and maintain reconciliation policies

• Monthly review of corporate credit card purchases, verifying correct general ledger coding and necessary accruals

• Ownership of sales & use tax filings, including keeping up to date with individual state and local tax (SALT) policy regulations

• Lead complex accounting projects and focus on continuous improvements and automation; identify and implement changes to reduce cycle time

• Assist with establishing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures that support a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations & profitability, and manage business risks

• Provide tools and metrics for the accounting department to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of their work

• Compile schedules for outside auditors and lead staff in gathering audit support

• Provide operational, regulatory, and ad hoc reports, as required

• Create a department that is proactive and responsive; schedule, evaluate, train, develop, and monitor team members

• Other duties as assigned

ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

•    Primarily office-based; extended periods of sitting and computer use
•    Ability to review detailed financial data and reports with strong visual focus
•    Occasional standing, walking, and movement between office areas or properties
•    Ability to lift up to 15–25 lbs occasionally (files, equipment)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience required
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting/finance supervisory experience with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop staff
• Demonstrated strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP
• On property, multi-property, or shared service hotel experience a plus
• Analytical approach to problems with high regard for detail and accuracy
• Highly skilled in spreadsheet and word processing software; experienced with XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experienced in financial and hotel software applications (M3, Birchstreet, ProfitSword, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of all areas of Accounting including AP, AR, Cash, General Ledger, P&L preparation and analysis, etc.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and professional work experience; accounting/hospitality focus preferred.
• Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvements and automation in business processes
• Superior attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Adhere to all policies stated in the team member handbook
• Work in alignment with our shared values and act as an extension of our family of brands
• A love for the history and future of the Fort Worth Stockyards

Hotel Drover complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans' status.