Senior Accountant Job at Villatel

Job Description

The day in the life of a Senior Accountant sits at the intersection of resort hotel accounting and short-term rental (STR) finance, support a dual-portfolio operation that includes a Marriott-affiliated property and a multi-channel vacation rental portfolio. You will own the full accounting cycle - from general ledger to financial statements - while managing the owner statement lifecycle and ensuring compliance with Florida's tourist development and sales tax requirements. You will also work cross-functionally with Operations, F&B, and ownership stakeholders in a high-volume, seasonal environment.

Job Responsibility

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company and owner assets, mentor and provide guidance to junior and overseas remote accounting staff
Manage revenue accounting across all resort revenue streams - room, F&B, amenities, and events - including accounting payable and receivable
Prepare annual budgets and monthly variance analysis with actionable commentary
collaborate with Operations, F&B, and Sales on cost center analysis and financial planning
Assist with Marriott Bonvoy program financial reporting and brand-affiliated accounting requirements
Maintain accurate books for the STR portfolio, including revenue recognition across Airbnb, VRBO, direct booking, and other channels, reconcile OTA payouts, platform fees, and net proceeds at the property level
Track owner-funded expenses, maintenance reserves, and management fees
ensure compliance with Florida tourist development taxes and state sales tax remittance
Manage the full monthly owner statement cycle - coordinating with Operations and Property Management to capture all income, expenses, and adjustments prior to close
Serve as primary point of contact for owner accounting inquiries and disputes
prepare year-end statements and manage annual 1099 reporting in compliance with IRS requirements
Partner with Finance leadership to identify and implement AI powered tools that automate invoice processing, reconciliations, owner statement generation, and reporting
Document and train staff on newly adopted automated processes, stay current on emerging AI and fintech solutions relevant to hospitality and STR accounting

Requirements

3-5 years of accounting experience (2+ in hospitality or STR preferred)
Proficiency in Track, Opera, NetSuite or similar platforms
Solid knowledge of GAAP, Florida sales, and OTA reconciliation
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with property owners and company leaders
Experience with or a strong interest in AI tools and accounting automation (Claude or similar platform)

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