Vice President of Hotel Accounting

About SPIRE Hospitality

Spire Hospitality is a nationally recognized, top-performing hotel management company with over 35 years of industry leadership. We are committed to an owner-centric approach, focused on protecting and enhancing hotel value by aligning, optimizing, and streamlining operations to achieve maximum returns. Our diverse portfolio includes full-service and select-service hotels, both independent and affiliated with leading brands like Marriott, Hilton, and IHG. Headquartered near Dallas, Texas, SPIRE is part of the AWH Partners family, which includes AWH Development.

We believe that exceptional guest experiences and best-in-class performance for our investment partners start with our team. We are dedicated to providing the support, tools, and opportunities needed for every team member to thrive. Join us as we redefine hospitality with a focus on People, Passion, and Purpose.

Position Overview

The Vice President of Hotel Accounting will be a key leader, responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions for our multi-entity portfolio. This role requires a strategic, hands-on professional who can partner with senior leadership, hotel owners, and external stakeholders to support our rapid growth. The ideal candidate will be a change agent, focused on implementing scalable systems, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Strategy:
• Direct the entire accounting function for all hotel and corporate entities.
• Partner with senior leadership to support business growth, acquisitions, and financial forecasting.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison for hotel ownership groups, private equity partners, and other external stakeholders.
• Lead financial due diligence for all new acquisitions and property transitions.
• Team & Process Management:
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of accounting professionals, including Accounting Managers, Treasury, and Tax.
• Assess and optimize team structure to align with company growth and complexity.
• Identify and implement scalable financial systems, process improvements, and internal controls to ensure financial integrity.
• Reporting & Compliance:
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of monthly financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Lead the preparation and review of consolidated and property-level financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
• Coordinate and serve as the primary liaison for all internal and external audits.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required; a CPA designation is strongly preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, including at least 3 years in a corporate VP or Controller role within the hospitality industry.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience overseeing multi-entity hospitality operations (hotel management or ownership group experience is highly preferred).
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proficiency with hospitality-specific systems such as M3, ProfitSword, and major brand reporting platforms (Marriott, Hilton, etc.) is a plus. Strong financial modeling and Excel skills are essential.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial information to diverse audiences, including ownership groups and executives.