Accountant (Vacation Rental Industry)

About Howard Financial At Howard , we're more than just an accounting and finance firm—we’re a group of curious, collaborative, and driven people who thrive on helping businesses grow with clarity and confidence. Our team is made up of bookkeepers, accountants, controllers, and FP&A pros who care deeply about the quality of their work and the people they work with. Founded in 2023, our team of ~100 professionals supports ~75 clients across a diverse range of industries. We recently reached $6M of contracted ARR and are growing rapidly (over 200% LTM growth). We support an amazing portfolio of clients across real estate, hospitality, consumer products, and beyond—delivering everything from day-to-day bookkeeping and treasury support to financial modeling and investor reporting. But what truly sets us apart is our team-first culture. We’re big on transparency, ownership, and working smart. We keep things human and hands-on—supporting each other and our clients like true partners. If you're looking to join a high-performing, tight-knit team where your ideas matter and your work makes a real impact, we’d love to meet you. About the role We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive accountant to join our crew. You’ll work alongside a talented team, delivering high-quality reporting, reconciliations, and accounting support that makes a real impact. What you'll do Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and month-end close. Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash flow forecasts with accuracy. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, proactively addressing discrepancies or concerns. Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget-to-actual analysis as needed. Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, collaborating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests. Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams; provide insights to improve financial operations and reporting. Continuously identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. Qualifications 3+ years of accounting experience, Strong knowledge of accounting Skilled in SAGE, QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting tools Sharp, adaptable, and detail-oriented Fluent English (B2+) — comfortable chatting with high-profile clients Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST - Monday to friday Works as an independent contractor Benefits Competitive pay – based on experience and role Quarterly performance bonus – tied to team and individual results Unlimited paid time off Remote work – collaborate with a global team from wherever you are 10 paid holidays per year – local or U.S. holidays, your choice Annual performance reviews – with clear feedback and salary discussions Career growth opportunities – we support your development and next steps Learning culture – we value curiosity, feedback, and continuous improvement Supportive team – sharp, friendly people who care about great work