Accounting & Financial Reporting Analyst

POSITION: Accounting & Financial Reporting Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

This role provides accounting and financial analysis support within a centralized Finance Shared Services organization, supporting a portfolio of 500+ extended stay hotels. Reporting to the Finance Shared Services Manager, the position is responsible for preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial analyses, and reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.

The role serves as a key preparer supporting monthly close, audits, budgeting/forecasting support, and ad hoc financial analysis, while partnering closely with U.S.-based accounting, FP&A, and operations teams. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, experience working within a large ERP environment (Oracle preferred), and advanced Excel capabilities.

MAJOR / KEY JOB DUTIES

Accounting & Close

• Prepare recurring and non‑recurring journal entries in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare BS account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve reconciling items.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data prior to submission to corporate finance.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all journal entries and reconciliations in compliance with internal controls.

Financial Analysis & Reporting Support

• Prepare standard and ad hoc financial reporting, including trend analysis and variance explanations.
• Support FP&A teams with actuals analysis to inform forecasts, budgets, and long‑range planning.
• Assist in the preparation and validation of data used in management reporting and dashboards.
• Analyze financial data across systems to identify unusual trends, risks, or improvement opportunities.
• Respond to routine analytical requests from finance and operations stakeholders.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external audits.
• Respond to auditor inquiries and assist in resolution of audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal control requirements.

Process Improvement & Systems Support

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization within accounting processes.
• Assist with implementation of process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements, including AI-enabled tools.
• Support testing and validation activities related to system upgrades or process changes.
• Ensure data integrity across ERP and reporting tools.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner effectively with U.S.-based finance, accounting, and operations teams.
• Communicate clearly regarding close status, issues, and analytical findings.
• Support cross-functional projects and special initiatives as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES

• Provide backup support to team members as needed during close cycles.
• Assist with special projects, integrations, acquisitions, or transitions.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses for management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES

• Accounting & Finance Knowledge: Strong understanding of accrual accounting, general ledger activity, financial analysis concepts, and U.S. GAAP
• Analytical Skills: Ability to research issues, analyze large datasets, identify root causes, and resolve discrepancies.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in reconciliations, reporting, and documentation.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with Finance, Operations, and Field teams.
• Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Systems & Tools: Experience working with ERP/PBC systems and Tableau platforms; strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Customer & Service Orientation: Strong internal service mindset when supporting field and corporate stakeholders.

ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office‑based or hybrid role in a professional finance environment.
• Primarily sedentary, computer‑based work.
• Periodic overtime may be required during month‑end or peak workload periods

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance operations.
• Experience supporting reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly close activities.
• Experience supporting high-volume, multi-entity operations.
• Experience in real estate or retail industry strongly preferred
• Experience leveraging AI tools to improve productivity, analysis or reporting
• Experience in Oracle, Hotel Key, or Tableau preferred