Senior Accountant - Hospitality & Operations

About sbe

Founded in 2002 by Sam Nazarian, sbe is a globally recognized lifestyle hospitality company known for creating iconic hotels, restaurants, and nightlife destinations that blend elevated design, energy, and service. With celebrated brands such as SLS, Delano, and Mondrian, sbe has helped define modern luxury hospitality through experiences that feel exclusive, cultural, and unforgettable. 

Now, sbe is launching its next chapter with HQ Hotels - a bold, design-forward lifestyle brand built for travelers who want more than just a place to stay. HQ stands for high energy, high style, and high service, combining vibrant social spaces, curated food & beverage, and nightlife-driven programming that turns every property into a destination. Backed by sbe’s best-in-class creative and operational expertise and powered by a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, HQ Hotels offers team members the opportunity to help shape a rapidly growing brand with global reach, strong momentum, and a culture rooted in excellence, creativity, and unforgettable guest experiences. 

sbe recently announced an exclusive partnership with global icon Marc Anthony - singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and his company Magnus, who have joined as equity partners in sbe. This partnership further expands the brand’s cultural relevance, reach, and momentum as it enters new markets around the world.

Role Overview

The Senior Accountant performs full-cycle month-end close duties for multiple venues as well as comprehensive analytical work in various management areas including financial reporting. They will interface directly with location General Managers to drive better financial performance and must possess a solid understanding of GAAP.

The accounting function operates under a hybrid structure: most transactional processes are centralized across all venues, while key control activities—such as bank and balance-sheet reconciliations—are performed on a

per-venue basis. 

Essential Responsibilities

Centralized / Combined Processes

• Upload and record daily and weekly sales using standardized templates
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, including payment application and reconciliation
• Manage and reconcile prepaid expenses
• Assist venue operators with financial inquiries and understanding financial reports
• Prepare and post payroll journal entries
• Manage merchant processor activity
• Handle 1099 filing and ensure compliance with reporting requirements
• Support month-end close activities across all venues
• Work within Sage Intacct using established workflows and templates
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across high transaction volumes

Venue-Specific Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations separately for each venue
• Complete balance-sheet reconciliations by entity
• Research and resolve reconciling items
• Support audits and internal financial reviews

Systems & Tools

• Sage Intacct (general ledger)
• POS and sales reporting platforms
• Payroll systems (e.g., ADP TotalSource)
• Merchant processors
• Advanced Excel proficiency required

Qualifications

• 2-4 years accounting experience required
• BS Degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Restaurant or nightlife accounting experience required
• Strong comfort with high-volume, transactional accounting
• Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-location operations
• Process-oriented, detail-driven, and highly organized
• Comfortable operating within standardized workflows
• Dependable in meeting close deadlines and reporting requirements

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement 

We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe in, embrace, and abide by the spirit, as well as, to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

Our policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, internships, and apprenticeship. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.