JOB SUMMARY
Choice Hotels is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join its Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy team. This role serves as a critical advisor to senior business leaders, providing guidance on complex transactions and ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements. Acting as a bridge between technical accounting, operational teams, and external auditors, this position drives clarity and consistency in financial reporting. The ideal candidate excels at simplifying complex accounting issues, fostering collaboration across departments, and delivering accurate, timely SEC filings. This role oversees technical accounting research, policy development, and process improvements to support the Company's strategic objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting Policy
Work with senior management and the external auditors to complete GAAP analysis of complex transactions and technical accounting matters. Document conclusions within an accounting position paper and assist in communication with business partners across the Company.
Perform research into proposed transactions and work with operations and corporate development to assess possible scenarios and financial outcomes.
Support technical accounting analyses for recurring areas such as capitalized software, impairments, joint ventures, receivables, revenue, acquisitions, and dispositions.
Perform research of new accounting standards and assist in development and execution of project implementation plan.
Assist in aligning operational management with technical accounting requirements, including recently adopted accounting standards.
Continually assess and improve existing accounting policy documentation. Identify areas of inefficiencies and lead process improvement efforts.
Build relationships with peers and leaders throughout the organization to cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Financial Reporting
Assist in drafting quarterly financial statements, annual financial statements, and current reports to be filed with the SEC in accordance with US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations. Continuously improve the financial statements and current reports by implementing process enhancements.
Assist in proposing adjustments to the presentation of SEC filings based on research of literature, implementation materials, and industry filings, and discussion with external auditors.
Prepare, compile, and present statement of cash flows.
Lead the implementation of internal control and process improvements based on industry best practices, changing business conditions, and new accounting and financial reporting guidance or requirements.
Interface with external auditors and support the planning and coordination of the financial reporting components of the external audit.
QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Experience
Requires minimum 3-7 years of relevant experience, including previous or current public accounting experience.
Technical Skills
Experience researching and implementing US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations. Experience or familiarity in the following areas required:
ASC 606 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers
ASC 842 - Leases
ASC 810 - Consolidation
ASC 350 - Intangibles (Goodwill & Other)
ASC 805 - Business Combinations
ASC 718 - Stock Compensation
ASC 326 - Financial Instruments - Credit Losses
ASC 323 - Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures
Additional Skills & Competencies
Must be detail oriented and have the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
Must have strong project management skills and be able to drive workstreams to completion.
Must be self-motivated and inquisitive with a drive to continuously improve communication, processes, and systems.
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to delegate and manage effectively.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related financial discipline.
CPA license required.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $132,000 annually. In addition to the annual salary, this role is eligible for an annual bonus based on the terms of Choice's Management Incentive Plan (MIP).
The pay range listed is for this position and is what Choice Hotels reasonably expects to pay. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, qualifications, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
Choice prioritizes our associate wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits program that is both competitive and flexible to help you achieve your wellbeing goals - here are just a few:
Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Leave and paid time-off for holidays, vacation, personal, family, volunteer, sick, jury duty, bereavement, military, and religious observance
Financial benefits for retirement and health savings
Employee recognition programs
Discounts at Choice hotels worldwide
About Choice
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With 7,500 hotels in 45+ countries and territories, we offer a range of high-quality lodging options in the upper upscale, upper midscale, midscale, extended stay, and economy segments. We're the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves - the striver, the dreamer, the entrepreneur - because that's who we are, too.
At Choice, we are united by the simple belief that tomorrow will be even better than today - for associates, our company, and our franchisees. At our worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland, at our technology center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and through our associates around the globe, every voice is heard and every idea is listened to, no matter what area of the company they come from. We are united in supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our thousands of franchise owners, which propels us forward - giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.
Our corporate office locations:
North Bethesda, MD - Located at Pike & Rose (https://pikeandrose.com/) , our worldwide headquarters is less than 15 miles from Washington, D.C., one block away from the North Bethesda Metro station, with easy access to I-495, complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.
Scottsdale, AZ - Located at the northwest corner of Loop 101, the Scottsdale office is home to our technology, eCommerce and customer service organizations, with easy access to complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.
Minneapolis, MN - Select roles are based in our Minneapolis office on Highway 394, near the intersection with Highway 100, only five minutes from downtown.
Field/Remote - Select roles designated as field/remote will require associates to work from a home office, connecting virtually with Choice team members and leadership on Zoom, with possible required travel depending on the role.
Choice's Cultural Values
Welcome and Respect Everyone | Be Bold | Be Quick | Listen | Be Curious | Show Integrity
Choice's Leadership Principles
Act with Intention | Lead with Authenticity | Grow & Deliver
