Accountant – Vacation Rental Industry

About the role

Howard Financial is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant to support its portfolio of vacation‑rental and hospitality clients. You will work remotely with a collaborative team, delivering accurate financial reporting and helping clients improve their financial operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounting for multiple clients, including AP/AR, bank and credit‑card reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare, review and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, addressing discrepancies proactively.
• Perform job costing, project accounting and budget‑to‑actual analysis as needed.
• Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, coordinating with external tax advisors and assisting audit requests.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams, providing insights to improve financial operations.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.

Required profile

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Fluent English (B2+) and comfortable communicating with high‑profile clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment.
• Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST, Monday‑Friday, as an independent contractor.

Required skills

• SAGE
• QuickBooks
• Excel

What we offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and role.
• Quarterly performance bonus tied to team and individual results.
• Unlimited paid time off and 10 paid holidays (local or U.S. holidays).
• Remote work – collaborate from anywhere.
• Annual performance reviews with clear feedback and salary discussions.
• Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding firm.