Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
performance bonuses
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Founded with a mission to deliver superior hotel management services and real estate investment expertise, Highgate has established itself as a dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu, and is expanding its presence in the Caribbean and Latin America. The company excels in managing a diverse portfolio that includes bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts. Highgate leverages cutting-edge revenue management tools and digital innovations to maximize asset... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
- minimum of 10 years progressive accounting experience in hospitality industry
- strong technical knowledge of GAAP and USALI standards
- proven leadership ability in both property-level and corporate accounting roles
- proficiency in financial accounting systems and advanced Excel
- excellent communication and organizational skills
- ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- CPA or MBA strongly preferred
- minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience within the hospitality industry, including both property-level and corporate-level leadership roles
- proven track record in a hotel management company setting is highly desirable
- deep knowledge of USALI (11th Edition) and GAAP
- proficiency with financial accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
- experience with major ERP or hotel-specific accounting platforms is a plus
- exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines
Job Duties
- Lead and oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial statements for all Select Service properties
- ensure completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations and other critical financial reporting components
- monitor and manage portfolio-wide cash balances, forecasts, and payment obligations
- direct the timely processing and posting of urgent payments related to legal, insurance, taxes, and accounts payable
- supervise the accurate deposit and posting of payments received at the corporate office
- oversee all accounting aspects of hotel acquisitions and dispositions, including proration calculations, journal entries, system setup and deactivation, and due diligence support
- enforce standardized night audit reporting procedures and ensure compliance with internal accounting policies at the property level
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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