Accountant

Company

Holloway Lodging Corporation

Location

Halifax, NS

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Are you a detail-oriented accountant ready to take full ownership of financial reporting for a portfolio of high-performing hotel and/or residential properties? We are looking for an Accountant to be a critical financial partner, ensuring the accuracy of our books while providing the insights that drive management decisions.

If you thrive on translating numbers into actionable business strategy and maintaining impeccable financial controls, this is your opportunity to step into a high-impact corporate role.

What You'll Be Doing: Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the accuracy and timely delivery of financial information for your assigned portfolio:

  • Financial Reporting & Close: Lead the end-to-end monthly close process, preparing journal entries, complex account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with company policy.
  • Operational Partnership: Act as the primary financial consultant to property General Managers, conducting monthly reviews of hotel/property results, advising on accounts, and collaborating to resolve performance issues. Assisting in the preparation and review of annual budget
  • Cash Management & Controls: Oversee and reconcile daily cash, credit card deposits, and bank activity. Proactively monitor internal controls and alert management to cash shortages or significant policy deviations.
  • Audit & Compliance: Prepare comprehensive working paper files to support external audits and ensure strict compliance with established internal controls, statutory filing, and tax requirements.
  • Fixed Assets: Maintain accurate fixed asset schedules and capital expenditure tracking.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously review and strengthen accounting/cash control procedures at the property level to ensure efficiency and ethical practices.

What You Bring: Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the hospitality (hotel) or real estate industries.
  • Education & Certification: University Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance. An Accounting designation (CPA) is considered a significant asset.
  • Systems Proficiency: Expert working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Word. Prior knowledge of hotel accounting systems (PMS) and/or Sage 300 is a definite advantage.
  • Analytical Focus: Strong analytical ability, coupled with exceptional organizational and time management skills needed to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication, and strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with hotel management and corporate staff.
  • Adaptability: Capacity and willingness to quickly learn and master new financial systems.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Impact: Play a vital role in the financial health and operational success of a diverse portfolio of properties.
  • Growth: Opportunity to manage a complex portfolio and gain exposure to high-level strategic planning within the hospitality sector.
  • Culture: A supportive, results-focused environment that prioritizes ethical practice and collaboration.

Ready to advance your accounting career? Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Vision care

Work Location: In person

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Date Posted

03/25/2026

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