Accounting Manager- Tandem Hospitality Group

Accounting Manager- Tandem Hospitality Group

Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Vice President of Finance

In-office role: Lexington, KY 40503

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager leads the day-to-day accounting function for Tandem Hospitality Group and its portfolio of hotel and restaurant entities. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this role is responsible for an accurate and timely month-end close, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, tax compliance coordination, internal controls, and consistent accounting practices across the portfolio.

This position directly supervises the staff accounting team and works closely with property leaders, the Corporate Accountant, and external partners to resolve accounting issues and strengthen financial discipline. The Accounting Manager will also play a central role in bringing accounting processes in-house, documenting workflows, establishing service standards, and building a scalable shared-services accounting function.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with practical team leadership and a service-oriented approach. Success requires close attention to detail, the ability to manage recurring deadlines across multiple entities, and clear communication with both accounting and operations leaders.

Key Responsibilities

·       Lead the monthly close process across assigned hotel, restaurant, and corporate entities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial statements are accurate and complete

·       Review financial statements, general ledger activity, journal entries, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GAAP and company policy

·       Supervise, coach, and develop staff accountants; assign work, monitor deadlines, review deliverables, and provide ongoing technical guidance

·       Oversee daily accounting operations, including income journals, bank reconciliations, ledger review, payroll postings, balance sheet reconciliations, and other recurring accounting entries

·       Coordinate sales, use, occupancy, and other tax filings and payments; maintain filing calendars and confirm timely, accurate submission

·       Partner with the Corporate Accountant and property teams on accounts payable, accounts receivable, chargebacks, departmental checkbooks, cash controls, and issue resolution

·       Facilitate or participate in recurring credit, labor, and finance operations meetings and follow through on identified accounting actions

·       Perform account, cash-on-hand, inventory, and other internal control reviews; document exceptions and track corrective actions to completion

·       Maintain standardized accounting policies, close checklists, reconciliations, documentation, and approval workflows across the portfolio

·       Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, coordinating documentation, responding to requests, and remediating findings

·       Partner with General Managers and Regional Directors to explain financial results, resolve accounting questions, and improve the quality and timeliness of property-level financial information

·       Identify process gaps and implement practical improvements in accounting systems, reporting, controls, and team workflows

·       Support new property openings, transitions, system implementations, and the onboarding of new entities into the shared-services accounting model

·       Help lead the transition of accounting work from third-party providers to Tandem's internal team, including knowledge transfer, process documentation, workload planning, and quality control

·       Escalate material accounting issues, control concerns, reporting risks, and missed deadlines to the Vice President of Finance

·       Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant work experience will also be considered.

·       Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, including experience leading a month-end close and reviewing the work of others

·       Two or more years of supervisory or team-lead experience preferred

·       Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and internal controls

·       Experience supporting multi-entity, multi-unit, or hospitality operations strongly preferred

·       Experience with hotel accounting systems such as M3 and operational reporting platforms such as ProfitSword preferred

·       Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn and use multiple financial systems

·       CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred but not required

Core Competencies

·       Technical accounting expertise and sound professional judgment

·       Team leadership, coaching, accountability, and workload management

·       Strong organization and disciplined management of recurring deadlines

·       Clear communication with accounting, operations, and executive leaders

·       Process improvement and systems mindset

·       High attention to detail while maintaining a portfolio-wide perspective

·       Integrity, discretion, and responsible handling of confidential financial information

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growing environment

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based and requires regular computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and occasional travel to hotel properties. The position may involve sitting for extended periods and participating in property tours, meetings, and operational walkthroughs.

Schedule Requirements

·       Flexible schedule required to meet month-end, year-end, tax, audit, and business deadlines

·       Availability for occasional travel and off-hours support as business needs require

Benefits

Eligible team members may participate in:

·       Medical, dental, and vision insurance

·       401(k) with company match

·       Paid time off

·       Flexible spending accounts

·       Life and AD&D insurance

·       Short- and long-term disability

·       Employee assistance program

·       Hotel employee discount program

About Us

At Tandem Hospitality Group, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. Our philosophy—pedal together, win together—guides how we lead, collaborate, and succeed as a team.

We are a hospitality management company focused on boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants, with a hands-on, operator-led approach. Our leaders partner closely with their teams to drive performance, elevate the guest experience, and build strong, sustainable operations.

Our culture is rooted in ownership, accountability, and transparency. We empower leaders to think like business owners, lead with intention, and create environments where teams can grow, perform, and stay connected to a shared vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Tandem Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.