Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels:
Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle. www.highgate.com
Location:
Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX
Overview:
This dedicated position will report to the VP of Financial Controls & QA and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the SOC1 program, managing relationships with external auditors, and coordinating with internal teams (IT, Shared Services, Treasury, Accounting etc.)
This position is Hybrid, from our corporate offices in Irving, TX.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and perform SOC1 audits in accordance with relevant standards (e.g. SSAE 18)
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Develop audit plans, including scope, objectives and timelines
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Conduct walkthroughs and tests of controls to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting
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Identify and evaluate risks associated with the processes and controls
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Determine the impact of control deficiencies and communicate findings to management
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Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings, conclusions and recommendations
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Communicate audit results to stakeholders, including senior management
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Ensure compliance with auditing standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices
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Stay updated with changes in standards and regulations related to SOC1 audits
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Collaborate with multiple department leaders to understand their processes and controls
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Provide guidance and recommendations to the department leaders on improving their control environments
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field
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Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. CPA, CISA, CIA) are preferred
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Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in auditing, preferably with a focus on SOC1 or similar engagements
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Experience in public accounting or consulting firms is a plus
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Strong understanding of internal controls over financial reporting and relevant auditing standards (e.g. SSAE 18, SOC1)
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite