Accountant (Vacation Rental Industry)

About the role

Howard Financial is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant to support its growing portfolio of vacation‑rental and hospitality clients. You will work remotely alongside a collaborative team of bookkeepers, controllers, and FP&A professionals, delivering high‑quality financial reporting and analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounting for multiple clients, including AP/AR, bank and credit‑card reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, addressing discrepancies proactively.
• Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget‑to‑actual analysis as needed.
• Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, coordinating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams, offering insights to improve financial operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and internal controls to enhance accuracy and scalability.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Fluent English (B2+) and comfortable communicating with high‑profile clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment.

Required skills

• SAGE
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Quarterly performance bonus tied to team and individual results.
• Unlimited paid time off and 10 paid holidays (local or U.S. holidays).
• Fully remote work with a global team.
• Annual performance reviews with clear feedback and salary discussions.