Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Hotel Systems is a distinguished collection of independent boutique hotels known for our exceptional guest experiences, thoughtfully designed spaces, and local charm. We are seeking a Hotel Controller to join our leadership team and help guide our financial future. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, detail-oriented professional with a passion for hospitality and a sharp financial mind.

This is a hands-on Controller position working with two hotels. Will work closely with the team and step in as necessary to assist where needed.

Job Description:

•Manage staff and assist as needed

•Oversee and assist with the daily revenue report to ensure accuracy

•Prepare financial statements, and distribute timely to departments at close of month

•Cash handling, prepare bank deposits and post cash & credit card payments daily

•Work with management to prepare yearly budgets of revenue and expenses for the hotel, restaurant and banquet department

•Monitor departmental expenses and financial date to ensure accuracy

•Accounts payable, ensure proper coding of invoices, process invoices for payment, weekly check run

•Perform month end and year end close process through the preparation of journal entries, variance analysis to forecast budget, and monthly balance sheet reconciliations

•Prepare monthly sales, use & occupancy tax returns, as well as annual sales & use tax return

•Bank account reconciliations monthly

•Oversee the accounts’ receivable function, billing and payments

•Process payroll to ensure accurate payroll reporting and prepare payroll journal entry and post

•Assist and prepare capital expenditures report

•Prepare month end inventory calculations and ensure accuracy of physical counts, pricing and related worksheets. Assist with inventory counts.

•Monitor all chargebacks received and challenge, if necessary, on a timely basis

•Process travel agent commission checks

•Prepare monthly petty cash journal request for reimbursement

•Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff, including coaching, counseling, and discipline

•Meet all required reporting deadlines

•Work with HR to ensure proper deductions for administering all garnishments, 401k deductions and any benefit deductions

•Perform random house bank audits on a quarterly basis

•Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

General Requirements:

•Always maintain a warm and friendly demeanor.

•Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

•Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.

•Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.

•Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.

Month-end Close Activities, Capital Assets, Commissions Accounting, Petty Cash Account, Hotel management