Senior Staff Accountant

Viceroy Hotels

Viceroy Hotels & Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination. Viceroy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C., St. Lucia, and Portugal’s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026. 

Location

Viceroy Chicago, IL

Overview

This position is responsible for all accounting responsibilities related to various disciplines within the accounting department, which would include: Accounting Controlling, Hotel Accounting, & Internal/External audits.

Responsibilities

• Assists in accounting, financial reporting and controllership functions for assigned hotels and/or entities
• Timely preparation and issuance of complete and accurate monthly and annual hotel financial statements
• Creation of monthly variance analyses
• Review, approval and processing of disbursements
• Preparation of monthly reconciliations for property cash accounts and other GL reconciliations for hotel properties and other entities
• Assistance in the establishment, documentation and maintenance of Standard Accounting Policies and Procedures and internal controls for our accounting operations
• Successful completion of internal and external financial audits, including delivering information requested by auditors on a timely basis
• Preparation of any special reports, statements, etc., as requested
• Other special projects and responsibilities, as assigned

Qualifications

• Prior experience with general ledger maintenance and reconciliation required
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• Experience in international business, preferable European business
• Sound knowledge in a second language preferred
• Strong PC skills including Excel and Word
• Proficient with Oracle accounting systems
• Strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work overtime as necessary to complete assigned tasks
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• A strong desire to develop into a future finance and accounting leader within a dynamic organization