Job description
Who are we looking for?
Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Senior Accountant in the Corporate Accounting department of Finance. Corporate Accounting is the team that is responsible for meeting deadlines of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close. We do this by continually strengthening our processes and analytical reviews and developing our business insights and knowledge to mitigate risk and mistakes. As a member of Corporate Accounting, you will be responsible for key areas of the accounting close, reviews and analysis.
Are you a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical thinker looking to learn and grow with a dynamic team? We invite you to apply today for our Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting role and
#MakeItYourChoice.
Your Responsibilities
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Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations in your assigned financial areas.
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Develop relationships with assigned operating departments and coordinate with stakeholders to prepare monthly accruals and review P&L variances.
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Develop relationships and collaborate across the Finance organization including the Billing, Development Support, Legal, Accounts Receivable, Openings, Corporate Tax, Financial Planning and Analysis, Human Resources, Business Operations and other departments to facilitate the proper recording of accounting transactions.
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Assist in preparing for quarterly reviews and annual audits by our independent accounting firms.
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Assist in the drafting of the footnote support for the quarterly 10-Q ‘s and annual 10-K reports.
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Maintain accounting for Choice’s ASC606 Revenue Recognition as it pertains to Initial Fees, related Commissions and Key Money Incentives.
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Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations and internal policies, including updating and adherence to critical controls and participation in testing by internal and external audit staff.
Your Experience, Skills & Competencies
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Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
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3-5 years of experience in a relevant accounting role, preferably with a mix of corporate and public accounting experience.
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Experience with PeopleSoft systems and/- or other G/L software systems.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
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Strong analytical skills and in-depth technical knowledge of GAAP.
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Individual must be a team player with good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
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Attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize, efficiently meet internal and external deadlines, and operate in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
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CPA with an active license preferred.
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Must be able to uphold Choice’s Values & Performance Principles of collaboration, performance excellence, sense of urgency, openness to new ideas, inclusion & diversity, integrity, customer focus, and respect.
Your Team
This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting. You will have a peer teammate in a 12-person Corporate Accounting team and collaborate with cross functional finance and business departments.
Your Work Location
As our Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting you will be working in a hybrid format. At least two days each week it is required to be in our Rockville, MD office while the remainder of the week will be remote work. You will be required to attend in-person team building and Finance & Accounting team meetings.
We are focused on safety and wellness in our offices, and as such, as a Choice associate you will be required to disclose your COVID-19 vaccination status and provide a copy of your vaccination card.
About Choice
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With more than 7,100 hotels, representing over 600,000 rooms, in nearly 40 countries and territories as of December 31, 2021, the Choice® family of hotel brands provide business and leisure travelers with a range of high-quality lodging options from limited service to full-service hotels in the upscale, midscale, extended-stay and economy segments. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program offers members benefits ranging from everyday rewards to exceptional experiences.
At our worldwide corporate headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, and technology center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and through our associates around the globe, we keep Choice hotels thriving by serving as a champion for our franchisees and providing cutting-edge technology.
*** Please Note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship ***
Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.
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