Manager, Revenue Accounting Job at The Leading Hotels in New York

The Manager, Revenue Accounting for the end-to-end contract to cash cycle, with a heavy emphasis on technical revenue recognition skills, data analytics, risk control and our customers' experience. You will be reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Global Accounting with exposure to senior executives. Opportunity to grow within the organization.

This is a full-time position, based in New York City. We have a hybrid work model; the Manager, Revenue Accounting is expected to report to the NYC office 2 days per week.

Day to Day:

• Establish and maintain appropriate company revenue recognition policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure revenue is properly recorded and reported in accordance with ASC 606
• Streamline existing policies, processes, controls, and recommend value-adding changes; initiate, assist, and implement automation whenever or wherever possible to scale for growth
• Oversee a team of two with responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of all monthly billing and revenue entries including the preparation of all balance sheet and income statement reconciliations in accordance with monthly close calendar
• Manage and mentor a strong team of accounting professionals through clear communication of goals and career development
• Oversee the international collection process by implementing collection strategies, improving DSO and updating the bad debt analysis as needed
• Create, develop, and maintain key revenue reporting including relevant reconciliations, flux analysis, disaggregation of revenue reports and working with FP&A on revenue budgeting and forecasting
• Perform technical research and consult with management and the external auditors to ensure that proper accounting treatment is applied and documented
• Consider implication of new accounting pronouncements on current policies and provide support on adoption of such standards
• Work with the cross-functional team on new business arrangement, revenue modeling, pricing strategy and revenue recognition considerations

The ideal candidate will have:

• S./B.A. in Business Administration, Accounting or equivalent degree
• CPA required with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong data analytic background needed to be successful in this position
• Public accounting experience or equivalent preferred
• Excellent knowledge of US GAAP and accounting research methods
• Deep understanding of ASC 606 and other revenue recognition guidance
• Confident, self-starter with ability to work with minimal direction in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment
• Proven ability to work across many departments with varying levels of staff to solve problems and achieve results
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical skills, efficient, self-motivated with the ability to follow through and implement process improvement
• Ability to delegate and mentor, demonstrating a team-oriented mentality
• A plus if experience with Salesforce, NetSuite or Blackline

Compensation

Expected Salary: $100,000-120,000*

Target Incentive bonus: 10%

*Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

The Leading Hotels of the World fosters a high-performance culture and generously rewards its employees for their contributions. Here is just a preview of the benefits we offer:

• 22 days of Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, including birthdays as a personal holiday
• Medical coverage available within the first month
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
• 401(k) company match up to 4% of salary
• Up to $500 for home office setup credit
• Up to $500 travel credit that supports and encourages our employees' passion for travel
• Unlimited access to financial advisors
• CPE eligible trainings

About The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (LHW)

Comprised of more than 400 hotels in over 80 countries, LHW is the largest collection of independent luxury hotels. In 1928, 38 independent hoteliers came together to create LHW. Since then, the Company has carefully curated distinctive hotels, resorts, inns, chalets, villas, and safari camps from the snow-capped Alps of Europe to the African veldt, to share them with adventurous souls who seek the remarkably uncommon. The LHW community is filled of exceptional individuals, united by a passion for the surprising discoveries and details that come with every experience. LHW's collection covers the globe and promises a broad range of destinations and uncommon experiences, enhanced by LHW's tiered guest loyalty program Leaders Club. From converted former palaces, and countryside retreats run by the same families for generations, to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centers, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps - and beyond - explore, find inspiration, and experience unforgettable travel moments. For more information visit: www.lhw.com, Facebook at @LeadingHotels, Twitter at @LeadingHotels and Instagram @leadinghotelsoftheworld

LHW is an equal opportunity employer. LHW does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable legally protected category.