Staff Accountant

The posting, as Weekenderhotels wrote it

About The Company
We are a young, fast-growing company (just recognized in the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Companies) of ambitious, mission-driven Weekenders working together to inspire personal growth through adventure, travel and exploration! We specialize in creating inspiring hotel stays for our guests in iconic destinations.

This is a rare opportunity to be paid to learn, have an immediate and lasting impact in a young startup company and culture, and grow personally and professionally with an amazing team.

You will love it at Weekender if our core values below get you excited and inspired too!

• Embrace a Growth Mindset
• Always be a student and always be open-minded
• Be Adventurous
• Be excited by challenge and willing to fail-forward
• Be a Ninja
• Commit to being world class at your job and lean-in to your superpowers
• Be a Host
• Treat guests and teammates like you would family
• Be of Integrity
• Own your Domain: Be accountable to your job & the greater mission
• Embrace honesty, transparency and vulnerability
• Follow-through and do what you say you’re going to do

What you'll be responsible for

The Staff Accountant plays an essential role in supporting the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of Weekender Hotels. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, this position has a strong focus on accounts payable, bookkeeping, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and supporting accounting activities across multiple entities and hotel properties.
This position works closely with the Accounting Manager, property General Managers, and vendors to ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded, invoices are processed efficiently, and financial records remain organized and up to date. The Staff Accountant will also assist with monthly reconciliations, budgeting activities, and ongoing improvements to accounting processes and systems.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, technologically proficient, and comfortable working across multiple financial platforms. Experience with multi-entity accounting is strongly preferred, and familiarity with hospitality or property management operations is a plus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and payment preparation across multiple entities and hotel properties.
• Review invoices for accuracy, appropriate general ledger classification, and proper supporting documentation.
• Maintain vendor accounts, reconcile vendor statements, and investigate and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Coordinate with property General Managers and vendors regarding invoice approvals, payment inquiries, outstanding balances, and account discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts payable aging reports and assist with maintaining timely and accurate ve

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resolve accounting questions and obtain required documentation.

• Coordinate with Human Resources as needed to support the reconciliation of payroll-related accounting entries and expenses.
• Assist the Accounting Manager with accounting process improvements, internal controls, system integrations, and special projects.
• Maintain confidentiality of company financial information and ensure compliance with established accounting practices and company policies.

Success Measures

• AP Efficiency: Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and vendor payments across multiple entities.
• Financial Accuracy: Maintain accurate bookkeeping, general ledger records, and financial documentation.
• Reconciliations & Reporting: Complete assigned reconciliation and reporting tasks accurately and within established deadlines.
• Technology & Process Improvement: Effectively utilize accounting systems, AI, and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaboration: Maintain responsive communication and strong working relationships with the Accounting Manager, property GMs, and vendors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, with a strong focus on accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and monthly reconciliations strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks or similar), Excel or Google Sheets, and familiarity with budgeting.
• Tech-savvy with the ability to navigate multiple systems and utilize AI and automation tools.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with vendors, property leadership, and internal teams.
• Hospitality accounting or property management system experience is a plus.