Accountant

Thompson Hospitality is seeking an Accountant to join our growing team. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys a mix of financial analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. In this role, you’ll play an integral part in supporting key financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and helping guide informed business decisions. You’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple areas of the organization, gain hands-on experience with a variety of accounting functions, and contribute to initiatives that support growth and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced setting, values teamwork, and is eager to develop their skills while making a meaningful impact.

• Responsible for delivering accurate accounting services
• Review account reconciliations and ensure timeliness in financial reporting
• Prepare and analyze the monthly budget/forecast to actual variance reports
• Answers accounting/financial questions by researching and interpreting data
• Work with Accounts payable and purchasing to resolve any financial issues
• Assist during the closing process and review balance sheet
• Prepare and review journal entries and supporting documentation for multiple entities
• Assist with Internal / External Audits; some travel may be required
• Perform other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time - quite often on short
• Renew all company business licenses and apply for all licenses and permits to support company growth
• Prepare and submit internal reports including: Employee meal reports , Commissions reports, SWAM (Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned) business reports, MDOT (Maryland Department of Transportation) reports, CSC (Corporate Service Center) billing reports.
• Maintain and update vehicle logs for the organization.
• File annual reports and personal property tax documents as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2–4 years of professional accounting experience, preferably with exposure to tax and regulatory filings.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and general ledger management.
• Experience with journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and AP processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar.
• Familiarity with sales tax, personal property tax, and annual report filing processes.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external coordination.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times (e.g., files, laptop, office equipment).
• Ability to use hands and fingers for keyboarding, writing, and calculator use.
• May occasionally need to stand, bend, or reach during filing or light office organization.
• Visual acuity required for viewing computer screens and reviewing detailed financial documents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants

Who We Are:

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.