Hospitality Jobs in New Hampshire with H-2B Sponsorship

COMPENSATION: $65,000 - $80,000

The Sr. Staff Accountant will support the critical general accounting and financial processes within Lark’s Accounting department. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and high acumen with numbers and excel spreadsheets. Must be a self-starter with the ability to think critically, work independently and prioritize tasks effectively while mentoring and supporting others. As a senior member of the Accounting department, this role requires the ability to lead people and processes.

This employee must display effective listening and communication skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently and in teams. He/she must be able to exercise good judgment and discretion, display effective problem-solving skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and provide excellent customer service. Additionally, he/she must have the ability to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and display a high level of professionalism, integrity, and follow through.

We expect our employees to approach their work with passion, enthusiasm, and attention to customer satisfaction. We also expect our employees to champion, embrace and live the company values.

Our Values embody:

• Integrity – We are honest, genuine, and transparent in our interactions.
• Concern For Others – We care for each other and our guests.
• Collaboration – We value diversity and “come as you are” spirit and personality.
• Accountability – We make mistakes, learn from them, and strive for continuous improvement.
• Hospitality Soul – We have fun creating lifelong memories for each other and our guests.

Additional Information:

To apply for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Upon hire you must complete the I-9 form within the first 3 days of employment.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Regular attendance and reporting to work on time, ready to begin your shift is an essential function of employment.
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing (i.e., use appropriate language, display proper tone, attitude and body language when communicating.)
• Ability to understand and follow instructions as directed by supervisor/manager.
• Working Safely is a condition of employment. All employees must follow the safety policies.
• Performing the job duties as described. Reasonable accommodation will be considered in accommodating disabilities. If you believe you need accommodation, please speak with your supervisor or Human Resources.

Expectations of all Employees:

• Be polite, courteous, and helpful to all guests and coworkers, displaying a positive “can do” attitude while maintaining a high level of professionalism consistent with the company values.
• Comply with all Lark policies and procedures, i.e., Employee Handbook, Conduct Policy, Safety Policy, etc.
• Report to your supervisor all injuries occurring while on duty, no matter how minor. (Fraud, Dishonesty and False Statements regarding an injury will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination)
• Arrive to work on time (follow call-out policy), and in appropriate work attire / neat in appearance.
• Complete work in a timely manner and meet productivity standards/expectations.
• Demonstrate a team behavior and attitude of working together effectively to accomplish tasks (even if outside specific job duties.)
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle Accounting for Assigned Properties:
• Prepare and post daily journal entries, accruals, and adjustments for more complex hotel properties.
• Maintain general ledgers and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Review and reconcile bank statements, credit card activity, and balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections including property and real estate tax payments where applicable.

• Reconcile intercompany accounts and resolve discrepancies.

• Month-End and Year-End Close:

• Perform monthly close for each property, including preparing financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast; provide explanations and insights.

• Assist with year-end audit preparation and support external auditors as needed.

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and distribute monthly financial packages to property managers and ownership groups.
• Collaborate with operations and management to ensure financial accuracy and transparency.
• Maintain and update property-level accounting schedules and fixed asset records.

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting.

• Compliance and Process Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to GAAP and USALI and company accounting policies.
• Identify and implement new accounting systems or process enhancements.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.

Skills Required

People Skills:

• Deliver hospitable service that is attentive, friendly, and courteous, ability to collaborate, create rapport, and work effectively with others; earn and maintain trust and respect; demonstrate patience, tact, and diplomacy.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. (Strong writing skills – spelling, punctuation, grammar.)

Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills:

• Ability to identify issues, collect and analyze information to understand the problem and effectively resolve. Identify, recommend, and implement best practices.

Judgment & Discretion:

• Appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information; maintain confidentiality.

Organizational & Time Management Skills:

• Ability to appropriately schedule time to meet job demands, multi-task, prioritize, follow through, and work efficiently with limited supervision.

Attention to Detail:

• Ability to follow instructions and achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks.

Computer skills/ Technology:

• proficiency in computer technology, i.e., Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Proficient in operating general office equipment.

Technical Skills:

Requires strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite. Requires ability to perform complex data analysis and utilize advanced functions in Excel requiring high aptitude in working with numbers.

Experience / Education:

Familiarity with HIA (Acumatica) and Factura is a plus. Familiarity with hospitality terminology preferred. Four years’ minimum experience. Accounting or Business degree required.

Performance Measurement:

On-going feedback from supervisor, attendance, productivity, and feedback from others. Annual Review.

Physical Demands:

Work is performed in an office environment. Frequent use of computer keying and viewing material on a computer screen. Extended workdays may be required to accomplish tasks and meet workload demands during peak periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.