Staff Accountant - International
Who are we looking for?
Choice Hotels, one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Staff Accountant - International in the Accounting department. The International Accounting team is responsible for accounting reviews, consolidation and reporting for the company's global operations. As a key member of our team, you will coordinate with international and local partners to support timely and accurate financial accounting and reporting for operations in North Bethesda headquarters & Europe regions.
Are you a highly motivated, detail oriented, and analytical thinker looking to learn and grow with a dynamic team? We invite you to apply today for our Staff Accountant - International role today and #MakeItYourChoice.
Your Responsibilities
Prepare monthly journal entries in collaboration with the Europe regions and finance partners, ensuring integrity of account coding and intercompany balances.
Perform account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
Analyze financial statements of the international departments for deviation from plan and communicate or initiate any corrective actions.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc monthly reports, and schedules for inclusion in quarterly SEC reporting.
Collaborate with team members on projects and assist in continuous process improvement.
Your Experience, Skills & Competencies
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
At least 1 years' experience in a combination of public accounting or relevant industry accounting (with general ledger experience) roles.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with Oracle ERP preferred.
Good organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Efficiently meet internal and external deadlines and operate in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
Good interpersonal skills.
Your Team
This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Senior Manager, International Accounting. You will have a peer teammate and collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.
Your Work Location
As our Staff Accountant - International, you will be based in our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland. Less than 15 miles from Washington, DC, we're located directly across from the Rockville Metro station, with service on the Red Line and the MARC Brunswick line, easy access to I-270, and plenty of free parking provided by Choice Hotels.
Right now, our associates in Rockville, MD are working in a hybrid environment, between in the office and working virtually. We provide flexibility and encourage ongoing communication with your leadership to establish expectations about your unique needs.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $80,000 annually.
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, 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 nearly 7,500 hotels, representing nearly 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories, with a range of high-quality lodging options from limited service to full-service hotels in the upper upscale, upper mid-scale, midscale, extended-stay, and economy segments. We're the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves - the underdog, 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, MD and St. Louis Park, MN as well as our technology center in Scottsdale, AZ, 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 more than 18,000 franchise owners, which propels us forward - giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.
About Choice Hotels Financial Performance
Highlights of first quarter 2025 results include: Total revenues reached $333 million for first quarter of 2025. Net income increased 44% to $44.5 million for the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period of 2024. Please click here (https://investor.choicehotels.com/overview/default.aspx) to review the highlights of our latest financial results.
* PLEASE NOTE: This role is not eligible for sponsorship *
Ability to model Choice's Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.