Tax Accountant

Drury Hotels is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our corporate accounting team. This role is ideal for someone coming from an accounting firm or tax agency background who wants to transition into an in‑house role with consistent workloads, a supportive team, and a people‑first culture.

Property

Location:

200 South Farrar Dr
- Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

You belong at Drury Hotels.

Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM USSo. Much. More.

Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights

Career growth
- Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year Health and well-being
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program Retirement
- Company-matched 401(k)
Award-winning
- Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025

Incentives
- Quarterly bonuses (we succeed together!) based on hotel results BASIC FUNCTION:

The Tax Accountant position is responsible for coordinating the income tax function of Drury Hotels and assisting the Tax Manager with various duties in the sales tax area of Drury Hotels. The position requires the preparation of annual income tax returns. This person will also be responsible for assisting in audit management and monitoring tax compliance. This position requires a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with co-workers, vendors & customers.

Job Duties:

Exemplifies a +1 Service attitude and provides courteous, friendly customer service by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries and requests.

Maintains sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner and maintains discretion and confidentiality in all matters.

Coordinates the income tax function including reporting, planning, and compliance functions.

Coordinates the preparation of income tax work papers.

Prepares and files annual income tax returns of Drury Hotels Company.

Coordinates the annual tax return review performed by the approved consulting vendor.

Provides information requests and tax filings to Drury Hotels Company stakeholders.

Prepares income tax extensions and assists with tax notices as needed.

Maintains tax depreciation software and book-to-tax reconciliation.

Coordinates necessary tax registrations for new Drury hotel locations / legal entities.

Assisting with coordinating state/local sales tax audits; gathering of records and reviewing exhibits.

Assisting with performing sales, use and occupancy tax research and monitoring compliance in multiple states.

Assisting with resolution of various tax notices, tax clearance letters and closing accounts.

Provides assistance to other departments and special projects.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

Requires ability to relate to the public and co-workers in a warm, friendly manner contributing to a hospitable environment. Requires ability to give attention to detail and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently. Requires a thorough knowledge of Company policies and procedures as they relate to job responsibilities. Requires ability to maintain effective working relationships with vendors and service providers.

Must have the ability to work efficiently and independently.

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or relevant income tax experience required.
3 - 5 years of relevant experience preferred.

Form 1065 preparation experience preferred.

Workday experience preferred.

CCH Pro System Fx experience preferred.

Sage Fixed Assets experience preferred.

Advanced Excel knowledge required.

Knowledge and

Skills:

Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office. Must have…