Caribbean Market Controller

Red Hospitality & Leisure•Miami, FL

19h•$105,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Caribbean Market Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting operations and financial performance for Turks & Caicos and the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI). This role drives timely month-end close, accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and cross-functional partnership with Operations to support decision-making and execution. The Controller will oversee key processes including accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash forecasting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and audit readiness across both markets.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of month-end close and financial reporting.
Multi-entity or multi-location experience strongly preferred.
CPA preferred (or comparable GAAP and close leadership experience).
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems; ability to improve reporting and controls through standardization and automation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with sound judgment and follow-through.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to partner effectively with operations and external stakeholders.
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and maintain a professional demeanor under pressure.

Responsibilities

Market Oversight (USVI + TCI)
Own the monthly close process for both markets and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and variance explanations.
Partner with market leadership to strengthen forecasting discipline, cost control, and accountability to budget.
Prepare and communicate weekly performance reporting and key financial insights to leadership.
Strengthen working capital performance through proactive accounts receivable oversight, billing accuracy, and vendor/payment process discipline.
People Leadership
Manage and develop the USVI direct report through clear expectations, training, and consistent review processes.
Coordinate workflows between USVI and TCI to ensure consistent procedures, documentation standards, and control execution.
Accounting Operations & Controls
Establish, monitor, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support an audit-ready environment.
Oversee core accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll coordination, cash forecasting, and account reconciliations.
Maintain timely reconciliation and communication with resorts, vendors, and partners; resolve discrepancies and ensure clean support for close and reporting.
Ensure adherence to GAAP and maintain high-quality support for financial reporting.
Budgeting, Incentives, and Planning
Support annual budget development, reforecasting, and monthly budget-to-actual analysis; coordinate assumptions with Operations across both markets.
Support management incentives, including tracking, calculations, and communication of results, as applicable.
Audit & Compliance Lead
Lead preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits and internal reviews for both markets.
Support compliance-related requirements and ensure documentation standards are consistently met.
Systems and Process Improvement
Identify opportunities for automation and standardization to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and strengthen controls.
Serve as a point of contact for finance systems and reporting tools as needed; maintain key documentation and process guides.