Staff Accountant - US based

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
  
  
  

Staff Accountant

Location: Remote, United States (not accepting international candidates)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Southern Holiday Homes is a vacation rental management company dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences and maximizing value for property owners. Our operations are centered on beautiful 30A along Florida’s Gulf Coast, where we manage premier vacation properties in one of the most sought-after destinations in the country. We pride ourselves on professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in every aspect of our business.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Staff Accountant to join our growing team. This position will be responsible for managing daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the company’s financial reporting and compliance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply and reconcile reservation payments from platforms such as Airbnb within the property management system (PMS), ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Perform manual entry and verification of payment data to maintain accurate financial records
• Complete backend setup and financial configuration for onboarding new vacation rental properties into the PMS
• Process and pay vendor invoices, including cleaning and maintenance services, ensuring proper coding and approval
• Manage and pay utility bills and other recurring expenses for assigned properties
• Prepare and submit monthly tax payments to local tax authorities, maintaining proper documentation and compliance
• Review and analyze property-level expenses in collaboration with internal teams to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies
• Assist with maintaining organized financial records and supporting internal reporting processes
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve billing issues and ensure smooth financial operations
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2 years of accounting experience (hospitality, property management, or real estate experience a plus).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with vacation rental or property management accounting.
• Familiarity with booking platforms and owner statement processes.
• Previous remote work
  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible work schedule (remote/hybrid options available).
• Company health plan, 401(k), paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a short note expressing interest to victoriabrekke@southernholidayhomes.com

This is a remote position.