Accountant Controller (Hotel Industry Required)

About Howard

Howard Financial Services delivers tailored back-office support to a range of growing companies, with services spanning bookkeeping, accounting, FP&A, and strategic finance. We partner with businesses in hospitality, real estate, consumer products, and sponsor-backed companies—helping them scale with confidence through sharp financial insight and operational clarity.

The Role: Controller (Hospitality Focus)

We're looking for a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations for a portfolio of hospitality clients—including hotels, vacation rentals, and boutique properties. You’ll own financial reporting, support client relationships, and guide a team of accounting professionals. If you’re detail-obsessed, client-savvy, and experienced in hospitality finance, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes with accurate GAAP reporting
• Prepare and analyze financials—P&L, balance sheet, cash flow—with clear insights
• Oversee job costing, forecasting, and budget-to-actual reporting
• Review and guide the work of junior team members on hospitality accounts
• Leverage tools like QuickBooks Online, M3, and property management systems (PMS)
• Ensure compliance with hospitality standards, tax filings, and internal controls
• Be the primary point of contact for clients—answering questions, solving problems, and coordinating with auditors or tax teams
• Support onboarding of new clients: chart of accounts setup, process mapping, and best practices tailored to hospitality

• ✅ 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ in hospitality (hotels a plus)
• 🏨 Strong grasp of hospitality accounting—revenue recognition, occupancy taxes, and industry metrics
• 💻 Proficient in QuickBooks Online, M3, Excel/Sheets; PMS tools a bonus
• 📣 Clear communicator with strong client service skills
• 📚 Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• ⏰ Available to work full-time during 9 AM–5 PM EST hours
• 🤝 Open to working as an Independent Contractor

• 💸 Competitive pay – based on experience and role
• 🎯 Quarterly performance bonus – tied to team and individual results
• 🧘 Unlimited paid time off – with a few blackout dates (Jan–Feb for tax season)
• 🌎 Remote work – collaborate with a global team from wherever you are
• 🗓️ 10 paid holidays per year – local or U.S. holidays, your choice
• 🕘 Structured schedule – standard business hours with 9–5 EST overlap
• 📈 Annual performance reviews – with clear feedback and salary discussions
• 🚀 Career growth opportunities – we support your development and next steps
• 📚 Learning culture – we value curiosity, feedback, and continuous improvement
• 💬 Supportive team – sharp, friendly people who care about great work
• ✅ Clear processes – so you can focus on delivering results