Description: The Director of Accounting plays a key leadership role at Avion Hospitality, overseeing all areas of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for our managed portfolio. This position provides direct oversight of the corporate accounting team, while also guiding property-level Directors of Finance/Controllers to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with Avion’s values of Trust, Transparency, and Results . The Director serves as a partner to executive leadership, driving financial integrity, operational efficiency, and consistent reporting standards across the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise the corporate accounting team. Manage relationships with external accounting partners. Provide indirect oversight and guidance to property-level Directors of Finance/Controllers. Duties and Responsibilities Partner closely with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives and reporting. Lead the timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Establish, maintain, and enforce accounting policies, processes, and standard operating procedures across all properties. Oversee cash management, payroll, and intercompany reconciliations at both the corporate and property level. Monitor and review property-level AP processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Analyze financial performance and property operations to identify opportunities for improved profitability and cost controls. Design, implement, and monitor internal controls at both the corporate and property levels. Serve as primary liaison with external audit firms, ensuring successful completion of all audits and tax-related matters. Ensure compliance with statutory payroll, property tax, and regulatory reporting requirements. Travel up to 25% to properties and the corporate office to provide oversight, training, and support.

Requirements: Required Skills/Abilities Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across corporate and property teams. Excellent verbal and written communication. Full understanding of USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry) . Advanced financial analysis and problem-solving skills. Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting and internal control systems. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems. Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Self-motivated, highly accountable, and able to work independently or collaboratively. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Minimum 5 years of hospitality-related accounting experience. Prior hotel industry experience strongly preferred. CPA designation a plus but not required.