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 address any 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 process improvements and internal controls to enhance accuracy and scalability.

Required profile

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles.
• Fluent English (B2+), comfortable communicating with high‑profile clients.
• Adaptable, detail‑oriented and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑mindset environment.
• Available 9 AM–5 PM EST, Monday to Friday, and able to work as an independent contractor.

Required skills

• SAGE
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft 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 (choice of local or U.S. holidays).
• Fully remote work with a global team.
• Annual performance reviews with clear feedback and salary discussions.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.