• Job Description

  Req#: R-0048181

  Job Description Summary

  The Manager of Technical Accounting’s primary responsibilities will include researching new and proposed accounting standards, assessing and documenting technical accounting considerations related to revenue, purchase accounting, impairment, lease accounting and other corporate accounting topics to support Sonesta. As part of the Corporate Accounting group, this position will work closely with the Senior Director of Finance, various members and functions within Sonesta, external valuation professionals and auditors. This role is critical to the success of the organization from a compliance perspective as well as for key succession planning in the organization. The ideal candidate is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and has a strong technical accounting background with demonstrated proficiency in accounting, analysis, consolidation and reporting. Having demonstrated progressive success at delivering results in multiple segments, scales and businesses, the ideal candidate should excel at developing high performance accounting and finance professionals through clear communication, motivation, productive coaching and precise accountability.

  Job Description

  Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

  • Serve as a resource to the Sonesta organization for assessing and documenting technical accounting considerations that arise in the normal course of operations.
  • Research new or proposed accounting standards and with proposals for impacts and considerations to Sonesta.
  • Proactively research peer companies to assess alignment of accounting conclusions and disclosures within the hospitality and hotel industry.
  • Assist with documenting purchase accounting activities, assumptions and conclusions.
  • Take the lead on special projects and strategic initiatives as they arise, including documenting and benchmarking internal policies and procedures.
  • Assist with internal controls including collaborating with external resources and the broader accounting team.
  • Continually evaluate opportunities to automate processes and procedures to reduce financial reporting risk.
  • Ensure effective operational implementation of accounting policy.
  • Present technical accounting proponents and analysis to Leadership
    

  Qualifications and Skills

  A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Accounting related field and a strong record of success in academic and work environment.
  • Experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferable) and/or private industry (large public registrant preferable). CPA required.
  • Strong technical accounting (US GAAP) and business writing skills.
  • Experience with public company reporting preferred.
  • Excellent client service orientation.
  • Strong proficiency with Excel and other Windows applications.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
  • Must be a team oriented, problem solver.
  • Ability to collaborate with internal and external teams.
  • An individual who will challenge the status quo and think outside the box.
  • Ability to respond to frequent ad hoc requests.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with people management and career development focus preferred.
  • Highly organized and able to remain positive and handle multiple deliverables at one time.

  Passionate and enthusiastic.

  Additional Job Information/Anticipated

  Pay Range

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  Benefits

  Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Sonesta Hotel Discounts
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Various Employee Perks and Discounts

  Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

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