Accounting Manager

About us:

Tryst Hospitality, founded by Tristan Schukraft, is redefining LGBTQ travel and nightlife. Tryst Hotels is the first luxury gay hotel brand, with properties in premier destinations including Fire Island, Rio de Janeiro, Puerto Vallarta, Provincetown, Wilton Manors, Chicago, and San Juan. The company also operates iconic venues such as The Abbey in West Hollywood, The Crown & Anchor in Provincetown, Circo Nightclub in San Juan, and The Blue Whale and Pavilion in Fire Island Pines. Beyond hospitality, Schukraft founded MISTR, a leading telehealth platform providing free online access to PrEP and long-term HIV care. Learn more at trysthospitality.com

We are seeking a highly analytical and operationally focused Accounting Manager to oversee all financial control functions for Fire Island Pines, New York.

This individual will act as the primary financial leader on the property, bridging daily operations with an off-site corporate accounting team. The role ensures financial accuracy, strong internal controls, and real-time operational support in a high-volume seasonal environment.

This role is part of a seasonal operation, with the potential to transition into a year-round position.

Lodging will be provided for the duration of your employment.

Key Responsibilities:

Onsite Financial Leadership & Corporate Liaison

· Act as primary liaison with the off-site corporate accounting team

· Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial data

· Support month-end close, audits, and reporting deliverables

Revenue & Cash Control

· Oversee daily POS revenue reporting

· Manage cash handling, deposits, and reconciliation

· Monitor and report discrepancies or revenue leakage

Inventory & Cost Controls

· Oversee inventory counts and variance analysis

· Monitor food and beverage cost percentages

· Identify waste, shrinkage, and margin improvement opportunities

Payroll & Labor Management

· Validate payroll inputs and ensure accuracy

· Track labor cost metrics and staffing efficiency

· Ensure proper tip allocation and compliance

Accounts Payable

· Process invoices with correct coding and approvals

· Monitor vendor payments and expense controls

Month-End Close Support

· Prepare reconciliations and schedules for corporate accounting

· Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records

Financial Reporting & Forecasting

· Prepare weekly financial performance reports

· Track performance vs budget and prior periods

· Support in-season forecasting adjustments

Event Revenue Reconciliation

· Reconcile ticket sales and event revenue

· Validate promoter settlements and collections

Internal Controls & Compliance

· Enforce internal controls and audit procedures

· Ensure compliance with labor and regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

· 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or hospitality operations

· Strong knowledge of F&B financial controls and reporting

· Advanced Excel skills

· Experience with POS and accounting systems

· Strong organizational and analytical skills

· Ability to work in a fast-paced seasonal environment