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Hospitality jobs that sponsor OPT work authorization span hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event management companies. Most roles fall under STEM-adjacent operations or business management, qualifying for standard 12-month OPT. Students with tourism or hospitality management degrees should confirm STEM OPT eligibility with their DSO before applying.
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As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!
CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join the Hospitality team in our Client Accounting Advisory practice.
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.
YOUR TEAM.
The Client Accounting Advisory Team is a rapidly growing division of CohnReznick, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting, advisory and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients’ expectations. Our services include maintaining of books and records, financial statement close management reporting, assistance with state and local tax filings, virtual controller/CFO services, as well as accounting technology solution development.
WHY COHNREZNICK?
At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.
We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.
YOUR ROLE.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Lead and oversee the Hospitality accounting team. Responsible for client execution and timely delivery, of client’s work product by team members
- Demonstrates ability to independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for client
- Lead global team with client work and developing skills, providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations, handling inquiries from clients and/or internal stakeholders, understanding the industry and client challenges in order to provide solutions and improvements to their business and client deliverables, and looking for cross selling opportunities to provide value to your clients
- Timely complete duties associated with managing teams. Ensuring team is meeting goals and benchmarks for performance and execution of client work, such as delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters, etc.
- Complete duties associated with managing clients, developing and maintaining client relationship, including proactive communications, exceeding clients’ expectations, completing client billings timely and assist with the managing accounts receivable
- Develops expertise in use of all technology necessary for performance execution, ensures quality control procedures are being executed and adhered to by all team members, identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations
- Seeks opportunities to participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention and team-building activities
- Conducts oneself professionally and always shows respect to others
- Follows regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society
- Maintains appropriate compliance with all firm wide and local office policies and procedures
- Proactively develop relationships and proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders
- Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requests
- Solicit internal experts from across the Firm to assist in providing solutions for client challenges
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelors Degree required, MBA and/or CPA license a plus
- 3+ years of Hospitality industry experience
- Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits
- Strong GAAP experience along with hands on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close and financial reporting
- Strong Hospitality experience
- Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills, being highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
- QuickBooks, NetSuite, R365, and Sage Intacct experience preferred
- Strong project and time management skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail. Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented)
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines
- Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions. Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis
In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.
Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
COMPENSATION
In Illinois, the salary range for an Advisory Manager is $110,000 to $180,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few.
"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@CohnReznick.com. Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
LOCATION
Location(s): Chicago
DEPARTMENT
Department: Advisory
INTRODUCTION
As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!
CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join the Hospitality team in our Client Accounting Advisory practice.
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.
YOUR TEAM.
The Client Accounting Advisory Team is a rapidly growing division of CohnReznick, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting, advisory and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients’ expectations. Our services include maintaining of books and records, financial statement close management reporting, assistance with state and local tax filings, virtual controller/CFO services, as well as accounting technology solution development.
WHY COHNREZNICK?
At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.
We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.
YOUR ROLE.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Lead and oversee the Hospitality accounting team. Responsible for client execution and timely delivery, of client’s work product by team members
- Demonstrates ability to independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for client
- Lead global team with client work and developing skills, providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations, handling inquiries from clients and/or internal stakeholders, understanding the industry and client challenges in order to provide solutions and improvements to their business and client deliverables, and looking for cross selling opportunities to provide value to your clients
- Timely complete duties associated with managing teams. Ensuring team is meeting goals and benchmarks for performance and execution of client work, such as delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters, etc.
- Complete duties associated with managing clients, developing and maintaining client relationship, including proactive communications, exceeding clients’ expectations, completing client billings timely and assist with the managing accounts receivable
- Develops expertise in use of all technology necessary for performance execution, ensures quality control procedures are being executed and adhered to by all team members, identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations
- Seeks opportunities to participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention and team-building activities
- Conducts oneself professionally and always shows respect to others
- Follows regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society
- Maintains appropriate compliance with all firm wide and local office policies and procedures
- Proactively develop relationships and proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders
- Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requests
- Solicit internal experts from across the Firm to assist in providing solutions for client challenges
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelors Degree required, MBA and/or CPA license a plus
- 3+ years of Hospitality industry experience
- Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits
- Strong GAAP experience along with hands on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close and financial reporting
- Strong Hospitality experience
- Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills, being highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
- QuickBooks, NetSuite, R365, and Sage Intacct experience preferred
- Strong project and time management skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail. Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented)
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines
- Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions. Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis
In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.
Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
COMPENSATION
In Illinois, the salary range for an Advisory Manager is $110,000 to $180,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few.
"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@CohnReznick.com. Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
LOCATION
Location(s): Chicago
DEPARTMENT
Department: Advisory
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Hospitality
Target hotel chains with established HR infrastructure
Large hotel groups like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt have dedicated HR teams familiar with OPT authorization. Smaller boutique properties often lack the resources to navigate work authorization paperwork, making enterprise employers a more reliable starting point.
Clarify your OPT end date upfront
Hospitality hiring cycles move fast. Before your first interview, confirm your OPT start date and expiration. Employers need to know how long you can work without additional sponsorship, since many roles involve training periods that could overlap with your authorization window.
Emphasize management track roles over hourly positions
OPT is authorized for employment directly related to your degree. Management trainee, operations coordinator, and front office supervisor roles align more clearly with hospitality degrees than general service positions, making authorization easier to justify and renewals more defensible.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship timelines during the offer stage
If your goal is long-term U.S. employment, raise H-1B visa sponsorship before accepting an offer, not after. Some hospitality employers sponsor selectively for corporate or management roles but not for property-level positions, so knowing this early saves you time.
Document how your role connects to your degree field
USCIS requires OPT employment to be directly related to your major. Keep a written record showing how your hospitality role uses skills from your coursework. This documentation protects you if your authorization is ever questioned during a routine check.
Check whether your hospitality degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Some hospitality management and tourism programs hold STEM designation under CIP codes in management or data analytics. A 24-month STEM OPT extension dramatically changes your value to employers, so verify eligibility with your DSO before your standard OPT expires.
Hospitality OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in hospitality on OPT if my degree is in hotel management?
Yes. A hotel management or hospitality management degree directly supports OPT employment in roles like front office operations, food and beverage management, and event coordination. The key requirement is that your job duties connect meaningfully to your field of study. Roles that are purely service-oriented without a management or operational component may not meet the USCIS standard for authorized OPT employment.
Do hospitality employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by employer type. Corporate hotel chains and large resort groups are more likely to sponsor OPT students, particularly for management trainee programs and salaried operational roles. Independent restaurants and boutique properties rarely have the HR infrastructure to manage work authorization. Migrate Mate lists hospitality employers who are actively open to OPT candidates, which helps you avoid wasting time on applications that won't move forward.
Does hospitality qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific program's CIP code. Traditional hospitality and hotel administration degrees are generally not STEM-designated. However, some programs in hospitality analytics, tourism technology, or hospitality business management have received STEM designation. Check your I-20 and confirm with your DSO whether your degree qualifies. If it does, you're eligible for an additional 24 months of work authorization, which significantly improves your sponsorship options.
Can I work part-time in hospitality during my pre-completion OPT?
Yes, but only up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Pre-completion OPT hours are capped to protect your full-time student status. Once you've graduated, post-completion OPT removes that restriction and allows full-time employment. Most hospitality management programs authorize post-completion OPT, which is when the majority of salaried roles and management trainee positions become available to you.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm laid off from a hospitality job?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment allowance during your standard OPT period. If your employment ends, that clock starts immediately. You're required to report any change in employer to your DSO within 10 days. For STEM OPT holders, the unemployment allowance is 150 days total. Use any gap period strategically to search for a new role quickly, and keep your DSO informed throughout the process.