Minimum 2 years as a Senior Staff Accountant or 5 years in financial management
BA or BS degree in accounting or finance required
Hotel experience is beneficial
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting
Proficient in Microsoft Office and computerized general ledger systems
Responsibilities
Oversee accounting functions with the corporate accounting team
Manage month-end close processes and ensure accuracy of reports
Participate in monthly financial statement reviews with management
Lead and direct senior and staff accountants
Perform budget-to-actual analysis and ensure financial accuracy
Oversee cash handling operations and compliance with SOX requirements
Assist in creating internal audit SOPs and respond to external audit requests
Benefits
Remote work flexibility
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive team environment promoting collaboration
Access to industry-leading tools and resources
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Regional Controller (Remote)
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee accounting functions with the corporate accounting team
Oversee month-end close processes including balancing, timely upload of all month end reports, and reconciliation and accuracy of all ledgers and reports submitted
Participate in monthly review of financial statements and review of all general ledger account classifications with Corporate Office, General Manager and other property level managers
Ensure accurate and timely monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and research on financial questions as appropriate
Complete, review and/or cash projections for hotel/reits. Effectively communicate cash needs to ownership
Lead, direct and manage senior staff accountants and staff accountants
Perform analysis of budget-to-actual variations and ensure accuracy of financial results
Direct monthly forecasting and annual budget process as needed
Oversee month end inventory calculation and ensure accuracy of physical counts, pricing and related worksheets
Oversee all hotel cash handling operations and procedures
Ensure compliance with SOX compliance requirements
Oversee Accounts Payable invoices, verifying accuracy of coding
Assist in creating and implementing internal audit SOPs and standards
Perform Accounts Receivable functions including proper credit approval, review of aging and follow-up with OPS VP
Assist with external audit requests ensuring timeliness with all requests
Ensure that property meets internal and external audit standards as outlined in the Internal Audit guidelines and other Corporate Office communications
Providing direction and training to hotel operational team in areas related to financial reports, internal controls, standard operating procedures, expense controls, and payroll
Performs other duties as assigned to meet business objectives
Communicate with ownership on operational results and cash needs
Monthly financial package
Monthly owner reporting
Monthly department reporting
Trend and metric analysis
Analyze data and make recommendations to Accounting
Ad hoc reports as requested
Development of budget planning tools
Produce monthly forecast reporting
Develop best practices around forecasting for hotel teams
Track forecast accuracy by hotel
Coordination of new hotel historical data into the various reporting systems
ROI analysis on renovations and revenue enhancement projects
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum 2 years Sr. Staff Accountant experience, or 5 years financial management experience
Hotel experience helpful
BA or BS degree in accounting or finance required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and deep understanding of all aspects of hotel operations.
Must be detail oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.
Promotes an atmosphere of teamwork with the ability to lead by example.
Builds morale and spirit while instilling an industry leading guest service attitude in all associates.
Strong customer service orientation and skills with exceptional attention to detail.
"Hands-on" leadership approach to management and team development.
Must be able to prioritize Regional functions in order to meet all deadlines
Executes all performance management, oversee recruitment & retention programs to include bonus program & annual reviews.
Well-versed in strategic planning and operational execution
Excellent communicator and dynamic presenter.
Ability to lead, motivate and direct with clear communication.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting required
Ability to communicate statistical and financial data at the executive and entry level
Ability to thoroughly understand and analyze financial statements and cash flows
Meet all deadlines as required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to produce results with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
Strong organizational, problem solving, analytical, and general ledger reconciliation skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized general ledger systems used within Schulte Hospitality
Knowledge of PMS and POS systems strongly preferred
