Accountant

Haven Vacation Rentals
Position Title: Accountant
Location: Remote (Monday to Friday U.S. Eastern Time)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate

About Us
Haven Vacation Rentals is a fast-growing property management company based in the Smoky Mountains. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences and providing professional, transparent services to property owners. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accountant to join our dynamic remote team.

Position Overview
We are looking for someone who wants a long term career with our company. The Accountant will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including bookkeeping, reconciliation, financial reporting, and trust accounting. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, remote work environment. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial systems, and a strong sense of ownership—someone who takes initiative, drives process improvements, and contributes to scalable financial systems that support company growth.

Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily accounting operations using QuickBooks Online
Maintain accurate transaction categorization, account reconciliations, and financial records
Prepare and analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, ensuring accuracy, identifying variances, and providing insights to support decision-making
Manage trust accounting, ensuring proper handling and separation of client and owner funds in compliance with applicable regulations
Reconcile bank, credit card, and clearinghouse accounts (e.g., GetClearing)
Process owner distributions and provide timely, accurate owner statements
Track payables, receivables, and reimbursements, ensuring timely and accurate processing
Collaborate with leadership to prepare financial reports and forecasts
Coordinate with external accountants for audits, tax preparation, and compliance
Identify inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements for scalability
Maintain clear, organized documentation for financial workflows and SOPs


Required Qualifications

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification required)
Minimum of 2 to 3 years of hands-on accounting experience
Previous experience in the vacation rental or property management industry is preferred but not required

Technical Proficiency
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online is required.
Familiarity with Divvy, Stripe, ---------- and other financial platforms is preferred but not required
Advanced skills in Google Sheets, including pivot tables and financial modeling
Proficiency in cloud-based project management and communication tools (e.g., ClickUp, Slack, Google Workspace)
Ability to create and set up new accounting processes/systems. (First project will be to move most of our financials into getclearing.co)

Accounting Expertise
Strong understanding of accrual and cash basis accounting
Demonstrated experience in trust accounting, including handling client and owner funds with proper separation and compliance
Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and detailed reports
Familiarity with GAAP and revenue recognition principles
Experience preparing books for audits and tax filing support

Soft Skills and Professional Traits
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent written and verbal English communication
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently in a remote environment
Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information
Adaptable, solutions-oriented, and ready to build efficient systems

Preferred Qualifications
Prior involvement with owner statements, clearinghouse accounts, or escrow management
Familiarity with property management platforms such as Hostaway would be beneficial but not required
Understanding of the U.S.-based accounting standards and tax practices
Experience with GetClearing as a payment reconciliation tool would be beneficial but not required.

Why Join Haven Vacation Rentals?
Be part of a mission-driven team focused on growth, hospitality, and operational excellence
Remote work environment with U.S. timezone overlap
Opportunity for long-term growth within a supportive, fast-scaling company
Collaborative culture that values accountability, innovation, and transparency

HOURS AND COMPENSATION
You will be working EST hours, 8 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday. The starting salary for this role is $1000-$1200/month per month, with the potential for increases based on performance.

HOW TO APPLY
If you feel this position aligns with your skills and values, please fill out the application linked below. Only applications submitted through the provided link will be considered.

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