Howard Financial

Role Description We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive accountant to join our crew. You’ll work alongside a talented team, delivering high-quality reporting, reconciliations, and accounting support that makes a real impact. - Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and month-end close. - Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash flow forecasts with accuracy. - Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, proactively addressing discrepancies or concerns. - Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget-to-actual analysis as needed. - Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, collaborating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests. - Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams; provide insights to improve financial operations and reporting. - Continuously identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. Qualifications - 3+ years of accounting experience - Strong knowledge of accounting - Skilled in SAGE, QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting tools - Sharp, adaptable, and detail-oriented - Fluent English (B2+) — comfortable chatting with high-profile clients - Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset - Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST - Monday to Friday - Works as an independent contractor Benefits - Competitive pay – based on experience and role - Quarterly performance bonus – tied to team and individual results - Unlimited paid time off - Remote work – collaborate with a global team from wherever you are - 10 paid holidays per year – local or U.S. holidays, your choice - Annual performance reviews – with clear feedback and salary discussions - Career growth opportunities – we support your development and next steps - Learning culture – we value curiosity, feedback, and continuous improvement - Supportive team – sharp, friendly people who care about great work

• Own and manage the monthly close process for multiple real estate entities • Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations • Maintain accurate general ledger records across property and holding entities • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • Manage accounting for multiple properties and legal entities • Handle intercompany transactions and eliminations • Support job costing, project accounting, and development activities • Assist with investor reporting, lender reporting, and draw requests as needed • Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and deadlines • Collaborate with external CPAs, auditors, and internal stakeholders

• 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.).

• Design and maintain centralized financial systems for hospitality operators ($5–50M) that hold under the pressure of rapid scaling. • Lead, mentor, and audit a large accounting team. Ensure every deliverable meets Howard’s standards for accuracy and composure. • Direct the financial health of the Hospitality vertical. This includes controlled payroll, predictable multi-unit reporting, and cash flow visibility. • Provide senior-level perspective. Help founders and operators see the full picture so they can make decisions with confidence. • Standardize documented processes across the vertical to remove single points of failure and dependencies on individuals.

• Lead and support hotel client onboarding, including setup of accounting systems and workflows • Customize and streamline accounting processes specific to hotel operations • Manage and review financial statements, reconciliations, and month-end close • Work with hotel systems such as PMS, POS, and revenue management platforms • Ensure compliance with hospitality accounting standards and best practices • Prepare and review hotel-specific reports (daily revenue, occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, etc.) • Identify process improvements and implement scalable accounting solutions • Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency and client experience • Act as a subject-matter expert for hotel accounting and financial operation

• Prepare, review, and file sales tax, room tax, occupancy tax, and lodging tax returns across state, county, and municipal jurisdictions for multiple vacation rental clients • Reconcile tax filings to PMS data (e.g., reservations, fees, cleaning, channel commissions) and trust accounts • Validate taxable vs. non-taxable revenue classifications by jurisdiction • Track jurisdiction-specific filing frequencies, deadlines, and rule changes • Maintain accurate tax calendars and filing schedules across all assigned clients • Coordinate registrations, nexus analysis, and jurisdiction onboarding for new markets • Identify discrepancies between PMS data, GLs, and tax reports—and chase resolution • Work closely with accounting, trust accounting, and operations teams to ensure clean upstream data • Respond to client questions regarding tax treatment, filings, and notices • Assist with tax notices, inquiries, and audits when they arise • Maintain clean documentation and audit trails supporting all filings

• Lead all monthly accounting deliverables, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and cash management • Manage daily task assignments and workflows for the accounting team, ensuring scope of work is completed on time • Drive month-end close efficiency and continuous process improvement • Serve as the primary point of contact for hotel communications, translating financial information into clear, actionable insights • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting packages • Perform variance analysis and collaborate with hotel leadership to explain financial results • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and hospitality industry best practices • Assist with audit preparation and coordination with external auditors • Support a smooth transition alongside an in-house Senior Controller, ensuring alignment of processes and controls • Mentor and develop junior accounting staff, reinforcing strong hospitality accounting practices

• Drive new business through outbound sales, inbound qualification, and relationship building • Close high-value deals with consumer products and services companies • Collaborate closely with leadership on sales strategy, pricing, and growth experiments • Design and maintain accurate pipeline tracking • Lead initial onboarding alongside the client delivery team to ensure smooth handoff and client success • Represent Howard at industry events, conferences, and strategic meetings • Provide feedback to product, marketing, and operations to continually improve our offering

• Serve as the principal financial advisor and relationship lead for assigned clients, fostering strong, professional partnerships built on trust and accountability. • Provide executive-level financial oversight across HOA communities, hospitality entities, trust accounts, and short-term rental portfolios. • Lead and develop Senior Controllers and accounting teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and high service standards. • Stabilize and enhance client accounting operations, ensuring timely and reliable financial reporting. • Review and approve monthly financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. • Ensure compliance with GAAP, fund accounting principles, fiduciary standards, and HOA governing documents. • Present financial results and strategic insights to HOA Boards and client leadership. • Strengthen internal controls and safeguard operating, reserve, and trust funds. • Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, automation initiatives, and technology integration.

• Own and oversee trust accounting across multiple legal entities and property portfolios • Ensure strict compliance with state trust laws, escrow requirements, and brand standards • Maintain clean separation of operating funds, owner funds, and tax liabilities • Oversee the preparation and accuracy of monthly owner statements • Partner with Owner Relations and Operations to resolve owner inquiries with clarity and professionalism • Translate complex financial data into owner-friendly explanations • Serve as the accounting lead for PMS platforms • Ensure seamless integration between PMS, accounting software, and payment processors • Manage accounting operations across multiple properties, markets, and ownership structures • Oversee revenue recognition for nightly rent, fees, taxes, commissions, and ancillary services • Lead, mentor, and develop an accounting team with a service-oriented mindset • Establish scalable processes as the portfolio grows through onboarding, acquisitions, or new markets • Drive month-end close, reconciliations, audits, and financial reporting • Oversee lodging tax compliance (state, county, city, special districts)