Accounting Manager

Cabot

Cabot is a global developer and operator of world-class golf destinations with a growing portfolio of six Cabot properties and four Cabot-managed properties. The Cabot portfolio includes Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, Canada, Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Canada, Cabot Citrus Farms in the United States, Cabot Highlands in Scotland, and Cabot Bordeaux in France. With extensive expertise in golf and hospitality management, Cabot also oversees the operations of several premier golf courses through its Cabot-managed properties in the U.S., including: Cascata Golf Club and Rio Secco Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada; Grand Bear Golf Club in Saucier, Mississippi; and Chariot Run Golf Club in Laconia, Indiana.

Cabot continues to cultivate a legacy of excellence, providing guests and homeowners with exclusive access to bespoke, destination-inspired experiences and a commitment to exceptional service across its luxury residential and boutique resort offerings.

Cabot Citrus Farms

Cabot’s first American property, Cabot Citrus Farms, is set across 1,200 acres of pristine natural beauty in the Central-West region of Florida, aptly known as the Nature Coast. Offering dramatic elevation changes, sandy soil, and rolling hills canopied by towering sand pines, palmetto trees, and century-old moss-covered oaks, the unique landscape is enchanting. With two 18-hole golf courses, one 10-hole course, an 11-hole par-3 course, and an unparalleled practice facility, Cabot Citrus Farms is the ultimate golf adventure. In addition to golf, the property offers luxury accommodations, real estate opportunities, elevated food and beverage experiences, and off-course activities that include a Sport Club, a fishing pond, racquet and sports courts, and a pool.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will lead and perform key aspects of day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, GL integrity, reconciliations, AP/AR functions, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Accounting Manager will: prepare and review financial reports, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules; perform research and analysis as needed to support accurate financial reporting; and ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable USALI reporting standards. The Accounting Manager will maintain and oversee the general ledger and account reconciliation processes and support the Controller with annual audit preparation and other accounting initiatives. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including oversight of staff and the payment process. 
• Develop, prepare, and maintain the monthly accounting close schedule for review and approval by Controller and/or CFO. 
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries and ensure entries are accurate, appropriately supported, and recorded in a timely manner, including revenue, accruals, prepayments, work-in-process (WIP), payroll, petty cash, depreciation, and other recurring or non-recurring entries. 
• Prepare/ review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, and investigate significant or unusual variances prior to review by the Controller.
• Maintain and improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls, including appropriate segregation of duties.
• Review bank reconciliations, cash activity, and related reconciliations, and ensure timely investigation and resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare and/or review reconciliations of revenue, fixed asset and construction-in-progress (CIP) subledgers to the general ledger including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.
• Lead and actively participate in month-end close procedures ensuring deadlines are met. 
• Maintain and oversee the integrity of company general ledger and accounting records. 
• Work with project management and construction management to ensure appropriate accounting procedures are followed, including reviewing and analyzing project costs, job cost estimates, and related reports on a monthly basis. 
• Prepare or review of sales and payroll tax reconciliations, monitoring filing and payment deadlines, and coordinate resolution of tax notices.
• Oversee payroll accounting and reconciliation and coordinate the payroll process with Talent and Culture and other applicable departments.
• Coordinate vendor credit applications and maintain vendor relationships/credit arrangements, subject to Controller/CFO approval. 
• Oversee accounting-system integrity, process improvements, and ERP/reporting workflows, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Lead and actively participate in year-end audit preparation, including preparation and review of supporting schedules, coordination of auditor documentation and requests, resolution of audit inquiries and preparation of year-end journal entries, with support from the Controller.
• Identify, investigate, and promptly communicate unusual transactions, reporting discrepancies, control issues, and other accounting matters to the Controller. 
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing financial information and trends. 

• Document and maintain accounting standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with established accounting procedures and policies.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. 
• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, including experience with month-end close and supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Hospitality and/or construction accounting experience is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work indoors in an office environment. 
• Regularly sit for extended periods while working on a computer. 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 10 Paid Vacation Days
• 5 Paid Wellness Days
• 14 Company Holidays
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Complimentary Staff Lunch
• Golf Privileges
• Employee Discount Program
• And much more!

Our team is our greatest asset and the key to our success. We have developed an incredibly positive and exceedingly vibrant culture by attracting the most caring, engaging, and driven people in golf and hospitality. With a focus on the principles of the Golden Rule - treating others as we wish to be treated - the warmth, kindness and good nature of our team is ultimately what sets Cabot apart. Work hard and be nice to people - it's as simple as that!

If your values align with the Cabot vision, we welcome you to apply and join our amazing team that is building this one-of-a-kind property!

Cabot Citrus Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected status.