Director of Accounting and Tax

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring two/three days at our corporate office in Merrillville, Indiana, and two/three days working remotely.

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced accounting leader and CPA to oversee ownership entity accounting, family office reporting, and coordination of income tax compliance with external advisors. This role is intentionally balanced, blending hands-on accounting and financial reporting with an intermediate level of tax knowledge. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP fundamentals, experience with multi-entity or flow-through tax structures, and the ability to clearly communicate financial matters with ownership and partners.

Balanced accounting and tax leadership. Not tax-only. Not accounting-only. Balanced.

What You'll Do

• Manage the income tax function, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the Finance team.
• Oversee the year-end review and timely filing of all federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Provide quarterly income tax projections and reporting to owners.
• Ensure income tax compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements on an ongoing basis.
• Evaluate income tax implications from strategic business decisions.
• Manage family office and related trusts accounting and reporting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness.
• Partner with advisors and external consultants to support both tax strategy and family office accounting needs.

What You'll Bring

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaboratively work with associates, owners, and outside consultants and advisors.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A broad and strong understanding of GAAP with the ability to support both accounting and tax needs.
• An intermediate level of understanding of federal and state income taxes for flow-through entities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and demonstrated ability to work with financial systems (e.g., Infor).
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required); MBA or Master's degree (preferred).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA, required).
• 7+ years of progressive experience in tax and/or accounting; combined experience in both areas preferred.
• Experience in private or family office environments (preferred).
• Experience in public accounting (preferred).

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• DailyPay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Location Code: A75