Howard Financial is a full-service back-office solution for high-growth companies with bookkeeping, payroll, and bespoke reporting needs that require accuracy, timeliness, and institutional-quality reporting without the burden of full-time staff. We are an experienced team of bookkeepers and administrators with multiple decades of combined experience across industries allowing companies to focus on their core business while we handle the rest. 

Founded in 2023, our team of ~100 professionals supports ~75 clients across a diverse range of industries. We recently reached $6M of contracted ARR and are growing rapidly (over 200% LTM growth).

Position Overview

We are seeking a versatile, highly accountable, and proactive Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end closes, and maintaining strong internal controls across our growing portfolio. As a key driver of our financial operations, you will provide reliable financial information that supports both internal teams and client stakeholders.

This is a fast-paced, client-facing environment. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on ownership, excels at managing competing priorities across multiple properties or clients, and brings a strong blend of technical accounting expertise and client service excellence.

Top Priorities & Key Responsibilities

• Month-End & Year-End Close: Independently drive the month-end close process, preparing accurate financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet) in strict compliance with US GAAP and strict deadlines.
• Balance Sheet Optimization: Immediately tackle and streamline the balance sheet reconciliation process, managing increased volume efficiently as new clients and properties are onboarded.
• Multi-Property / Multi-Client Management: Successfully balance workloads, journal entries, and financial reporting across multiple properties or client accounts without sacrificing accuracy.
• Operational & Tech Integration: Seamlessly utilize hospitality and accounting platforms to process daily financial data and optimize workflows.
• Process Efficiency & Client Service: Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and deliver a high level of service and clarity to client stakeholders.

Who You Are (Qualifications & Requirements)

• The Experience: 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within hospitality, property accounting, or outsourced accounting services.
• The Technical Base: A rock-solid understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, journal entries, and full-cycle account reconciliations.
• The Hospitality Edge: Experience with hospitality-specific systems and platforms (e.g., Opera, Sertifi, Toast) is highly desired.
• The Tech Stack: Hands-on experience or familiarity with Acumatica, Ottimate, and ProfitSword is a major plus.
• The Mindset: A self-starter with fierce accountability. You are comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict reporting deadlines, and managing multiple client relationships with professional diplomacy.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Position Demands & Success Indicators (The Deal-Breakers)

To excel in this role, you must be able to demonstrate:

• The ability to independently manage a full month-end close and heavy balance sheet reconciliations from day one.
• An exceptional capacity to prioritize multiple clients or properties simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills suitable for a client-facing environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A professional, structured, yet dynamic working environment.
• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing company where your efficiency and expertise directly impact client success.