Division: Blue Water Development
Location: Ocean City, MD Corp
Workplace: Remote
Employment type: Full time
Travel %: 10%
Salary range: $ 60,000 - $75,000

Blue Water is privately held, family-owned by father and son Jack and Todd Burbage.

Founded in 2002, Blue Water invests, develops, and manages RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions. Blue Water's integrated marketing, revenue management, and operations approach has quickly established itself as a hospitality industry leader. With dozens of resort-area properties in East Coast states from Maine to Florida, and new additions out west in Texas, Montana, and Oregon, the Blue Water family is committed to creating elite assets, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and enhancing the communities we serve.

INTRODUCTION TO ROLE
The Property Staff Accountant is responsible for multi-property hospitality accounting support, including preparation and execution of month-end closings, preparation of financial statements, tax reconciliations, cash management, accounts payable/receivable and general ledger accounting.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite
• Pays strict attention to detail and is highly organized
• Must be resourceful
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to adhere to scheduled deadlines

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
Prepares and executes month-end closing statements, including completion of entries and audits for accuracy. Work closely with property controllers and General Managers of assigned properties to ensure accurate and timely entry of invoices and payables.

• Responsible for completion and accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations for assigned properties and general ledger entries and reconciliations.
• Complete monthly and/or quarterly sales and use, occupancy, and other tax-related reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Review daily, weekly and monthly reports from the properties to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.
• Complete weekly bank reconciliations and cash position reports.
• Responsible for reviewing the accuracy and posting of accounts payable and completing weekly accounts payable check runs.
• Support budget development, entry, and management processes with Property Accounting Manager, General Manager, and operations teams for assigned properties.
• Support new property onboarding and development with the transition team, including account setup, report creation and procedural training, and other related tasks.
• Supports the development of policies, controls, systems, and financial studies of matters of importance.
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides regular and reliable attendance.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
The Property Staff Accountant reports to the assigned Property Accounting Manager.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred
• 5-7 years of Hospitality accounting and bookkeeping.
• 5-7 years of bookkeeping, accounts payable or receivable experience and demonstrate a familiarity with basic accounting principles and procedures
• Strong proficiency in property accounting systems (Sage Intacct and M3 experience preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is a sedentary role; however, some filing is required, which would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Blue Water is raising the standard of excellence and innovation in real estate development and hospitality with every entity brought on board.

Blue Water Development Corporation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is committed to making employment decisions based on merit. We are committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws providing for equal employment opportunities and all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.