Corporate Staff Accountant

Corporate Staff Accountant 1811 Commons Point Drive, Knoxville, TN 37932 Full-time Full-time Dynamic Corporate Staff Accountant Opportunity in Knoxville, TN - Join a Thriving Hospitality Company! Perks Franchise Travel Discounts, Medial Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, 401(k) with match, Daily Pay, PTO, Free TeleHealth Program, and Cell Phone Stipend Corporate Accounting Manager Knoxville, TN | Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. Corporate Office Build Your Future with an Award-Winning Hospitality Company Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. is a privately held hotel management, investment, and development company headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee. With a growing portfolio and a proven track record of success, we are committed to developing exceptional hotels, cultivating strong leaders, and creating rewarding career opportunities for our team members. We're seeking a detail-oriented, driven, and collaborative Corporate Accounting Manager to join our corporate team. This position will play a key role in overseeing accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, supporting month-end processes, and partnering with leadership to drive organizational success. This role provides direct support to executive leadership and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing hospitality organization. Why Join Gibson Hotel Management? At Gibson Hotel Management, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.

What We Offer:

✔ Competitive Compensation ✔ Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (6% of base salary contribution towards Health Insurance) ✔ 401(k) Plan ✔ Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Coverage ✔ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance ✔ Paid Time Off (PTO) ✔ FREE Telehealth Program ✔ Daily Pay Program ✔ Cell Phone Stipend ✔ Dog-Friendly Corporate Office Our Mission "We are dedicated to our team members by fostering their professional growth, our guests by providing genuine hospitality, and our partners by generating exceptional returns." Our Vision "Gibson Hotel Management is a dedicated hospitality company developing and operating successful, highly profitable assets while creating teams of inspirational leaders in our business and communities."

What You'll Do Essential Functions:

Keeps General Manager's, CFO and Corporate Director of Accounting promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance coming to his/her attention that require involvement. Assists all guests in a sincere and courteous manner, and whenever possible, goes the extra mile and does whatever it takes to ensure total guest satisfaction. Develop and maintain productive interpersonal relationships and the ability to relate well with a wide variety of individuals, some of whom may require patience and tolerance Audit and record all daily revenue and non-revenue reports. Monitor adjustments. Responsible for month-end deadlines and schedules. Assist with the monthly journal entries and closing duties. Ensure accuracy in postings of all revenues and expenses. Maintain and reconcile Guest Ledger, Advanced deposits House accounts, and gift certificate accounts. Maintain and organize all accounting transaction records as per the hotel and government agencies' guidelines. Prepare and report monthly sales, use and occupancy tax reports Responsible for the analysis and reconciliation of taxes and research of variances. Supervise daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the Standard Operating Procedures. Analyze and reconcile all general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure financial information is available and accurate. Prepare financial statements and reports to ensure accurate, timely information is available for ownership Assistance in the establishment, documentation and maintenance of Standard Accounting Policies and Procedures and internal controls for the accounting operations. Assist with internal and external financial audits and ensure timely delivery of information requested. Provide audit of charge back procedure. Periodic audit of Accounts Receivable, check register and posting procedures. Periodic audit of tax exemption procedures, and regulations. Periodic audit of guaranteed no show procedures. Fixed asset and inventory accounting. Intercompany billing Communicate with other managers and associates to provide smooth working relations between departments. Assist with special projects and responsibilities, as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Demonstrates a working knowledge of all services and facilities of the hotel, as well as the local area to effectively assist guests. Understands and applies all hotel safety and security procedures to maintain a secure and safe environment for associates and guests. Oversee and have a working knowledge of the operation of the front desk, food and beverage, kitchen, housekeeping, and sales by setting the objectives, measuring performance and supervising the department heads. Understand all other operational departments and be able to support the General Manager in those areas when requested. Increases efficiency of operations by analyzing procedures and practices and implementing alternative strategies as required. Meets and exceeds the expectations of the associates by utilizing leadership skills and motivation techniques in order to maximize associate productivity and satisfaction of direct reports. Develops and implements strategies to achieve hotel operational goals. Creates a positive work environment for all associates. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliations. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Positive attitude and collaborative team mindset. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Hospitality or hotel accounting experience. Experience working with multiple entities or locations. Success in This Role Looks Like... Maintaining accurate financial records and reporting. Meeting critical month-end deadlines consistently. Identifying process improvements and efficiencies. Building strong partnerships with hotel and corporate leadership. Supporting the continued growth and success of our organization. Ready to join a company that invests in its people and promotes growth from within? Apply today and become part of the Gibson Hotel Management family! For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact our Corporate Human Resources Generalist Kiarah Childress at kiarah.childress@mgibsonhotels.com. Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.