Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION We are seeking a Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting to join a collaborative corporate accounting team supporting a dynamic public company reporting environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-visibility SEC reporting, internal management reporting, audit support and process improvement initiatives while building strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise. The ideal candidate is curious, adaptable and solutions-oriented, with the ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities and the confidence to collaborate across functions. This position is well suited for a forward-thinking accounting professional who wants meaningful exposure to senior finance leaders, values continuous improvement and is interested in growing into broader leadership opportunities over time. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, including preparation of financial statements (10-Q, 10-K and partnership statements). Prepare, review and analyze reporting schedules and supporting documentation for SEC filings, debt and equity transactions and compliance-related deliverables. Prepare and analyze quarterly internal and external cash flow and EBITDA statements with a focus on accuracy, consistency, communication of meaningful insights and clear support for management review. Serve as a trusted point of contact for external auditors by preparing audit-ready support, responding to requests and helping resolve reporting and documentation matters efficiently. Collaborate with various departments and audit partners to support reporting timelines, deliverables and materials for senior leadership, the Board and the Audit Committee. Help modernize financial reporting processes by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, improve documentation and leverage technology more effectively. Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives that broaden exposure to technical accounting, business transactions and senior finance leadership. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE BS/BA in Accounting or related field required. CPA or active CPA candidate. At least four years of relevant accounting, financial reporting or audit experience; public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience strongly preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong proficiency with Microsoft Word. Experience with automated accounting and reporting systems; Workday, Workiva, SharePoint and DocuSign experience a plus. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to connect detailed financial data to broader reporting, business and control implications. Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, take ownership of deadlines and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced public-company reporting environment. Flexible, proactive and solutions-oriented approach, with enthusiasm for continuous improvement, technology-enabled reporting and professional development. It is the policy of Host Hotels & Resorts to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Host will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Must-haves

Assist in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, including preparation of financial statements (10-Q, 10-K and partnership statements).
Prepare, review and analyze reporting schedules and supporting documentation for SEC filings, debt and equity transactions and compliance-related deliverables.
Prepare and analyze quarterly internal and external cash flow and EBITDA statements with a focus on accuracy, consistency, communication of meaningful insights and clear support for management review.
Serve as a trusted point of contact for external auditors by preparing audit-ready support, responding to requests and helping resolve reporting and documentation matters efficiently.
Collaborate with various departments and audit partners to support reporting timelines, deliverables and materials for senior leadership, the Board and the Audit Committee.
Help modernize financial reporting processes by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, improve documentation and leverage technology more effectively.
Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives that broaden exposure to technical accounting, business transactions and senior finance leadership.
BS/BA in Accounting or related field required.
CPA or active CPA candidate.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong proficiency with Microsoft Word.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to connect detailed financial data to broader reporting, business and control implications.
Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, take ownership of deadlines and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced public-company reporting environment.
Flexible, proactive and solutions-oriented approach, with enthusiasm for continuous improvement, technology-enabled reporting and professional development.

Nice-to-haves

At least four years of relevant accounting, financial reporting or audit experience; public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience strongly preferred.
Experience with automated accounting and reporting systems; Workday, Workiva, SharePoint and DocuSign experience a plus.

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Professional Development