Hotel Accounting Manager
Marriott Schaumburg • Schaumburg, Illinois • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Apr 28, 2026
The Hotel Accounting Manager oversees the daily financial operations of a hotel, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, income auditing, and cash management. They ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain internal controls (GAAP compliance), and produce monthly financial statements. This role typically requires a degree in accounting/finance and proficiency in property management systems (PMS).
- Financial Reporting: Prepare daily operating reports, monthly balance sheets, and profit-and-loss statements.
- Cash and Assets Management: Reconcile bank accounts, manage cash receipts, and monitor the daily night audit.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee vendor payments and manage credit/billing for groups and direct-billed clients.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Implement procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in creating annual budgets and preparing forecasts.
- Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor the accounting staff.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related experience.
- Experience: Proven experience as an accountant, ideally in the hospitality industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software/hotel systems (e.g., PMS, POS).
- Attributes: Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Marriott experience ideal.