Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager Address 5301 Headquarters Drive, Plano, TX, 75024, US

The Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager is part of Aimbridge’s Technical Accounting group that is part of the overall Corporate Accounting group. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 5 years of hands‑on accounting experience is required.
• Hospitality and/or Real Estate accounting experience is preferred.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Prior SEC experience is desired.
• CPA certification is required.
• Proficient with general ledger systems, MS Excel and other analytical tools.
• Highly motivated individual that works well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong managerial and organizational skills.
• Strong critical thinking/analytical ability and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical accounting issues with senior leaders and external auditors both verbally and in writing.

• Determine the impact of new and proposed accounting standards issued by the SEC and FASB and assist in education efforts within the Company.
• Provide technical accounting expertise and application of GAAP related to transactions involving acquisitions, hedge accounting, leasing, revenue recognition, stock‑based compensation, goodwill, intangible assets, and joint ventures.
• Manage the Aimbridge annual external audit of the books and records of the company. Respond to auditor inquiries completely, accurately, and timely.
• Review contracts and agreements, advising on technical accounting issues and drafting company accounting positions.
• Coordinate with valuation specialists as needed related to goodwill, intangible assets, stock‑based compensation, and purchase price accounting for acquisitions.
• Further develop internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes.
• Ensure company financial records are maintained in compliance with company policies and US GAAP.
• Serve as a resource for Corporate Accounting peers in technical accounting to consult as needed.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Hire, develop, retain, and direct high‑performing team members in a manner that promotes trust and collaboration and consistently achieves business goals.
• Demonstrate leadership and management in a manner that positively motivates and supports company values, policies and ethical procedures.
• Create an environment that allows for creativity and fosters independent thinking.
• Proactively establish priorities and ensure consistent and timely follow‑through.