Accounting Director – Short-Term Rental Industry

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for multiple short-term rental clients.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, month-end closings, and reconciliations.
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants and controllers, fostering quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Develop, document, and optimize accounting processes to support efficiency and scalability.
• Manage client relationships, providing strategic financial insights and recommendations.
• Review and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable tax and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with FP&A and client leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Oversee system integrations, chart of accounts setup, and automation improvements across accounting tools (QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including at least 3 years in a leadership or director-level role.
• Strong understanding of hospitality or property management accounting structures.
• Experience in Vacation Rentals or HOAs (Homeowner Associations) is preferred.
• Proven success in managing multi-entity consolidations and complex reporting environments.
• Excellent communication skills and client-facing experience.
• Proficiency with accounting systems (QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or similar).