Club Controller - Legends Golf Resort

Century Golf Partners Management•Myrtle Beach, SC

10d

About The Position

The Club Controller leads day-to-day finance operations for the golf clubs and supervises four to six staff members. The role has functional responsibility for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense allocations, taxes, and month-end and year-end closes. The Club Controller establishes systems and procedures that support effective program implementation and works with department managers and staff to ensure finance and accounting support operational needs. In partnership with General Managers and Corporate, the Controller helps manage business performance and maintains accounting principles, policies, procedures, and best practices so financial statements are accurate and timely. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller and Club Managers. The role prepares financial reporting and close materials, analyzes actual-to-budget variances, supports budgeting and forecasting, oversees cash flow and funding processes, and handles revenue reconciliation, cash deposits, vendor reconciliations, collections, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. It also includes interaction with club members, review of membership applications, support for department heads, HR paperwork, office administration, and use of the company’s accounting software, POS systems, and general ledger system.

Requirements

Degree in accounting and/or finance is required.
At least 8 years of progressive experience; ideally a combination of public accounting and industry experience.
Strong understanding of US GAAP.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with a heavy emphasis on Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to work as a team player and provide customer service.
Proven ability to successfully implement new processes.
Ability to pass a background and credit check because the position handles confidential information.
Ability to multitask and follow up on issues as necessary.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA is preferred.
Previous club or hospitality experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare weekly and monthly reporting packages.
Manage all aspects of the financial close, including consolidated financial statement reporting, and review month-end financials for accuracy, quality, and GAAP compliance.
Provide monthly actual-to-budget variance analysis and assist in researching variances.
Drive process improvements and efficiencies in accounting and reporting, including streamlining or eliminating manual or ineffective tasks.
Design, implement, and manage accounting policies and procedures that support company operations.
Assist with supporting schedules and information for annual and quarterly tax provisions, year-end tax return support, and local tax compliance.
Perform cash flow forecasting and reporting and other accounting functions as needed.
Manage the funding process with the Corporate Controller.
Manage the budget and forecast process and provide input to forecasting and budgeting projects as needed.
Perform daily revenue reconciliation and cash deposit activities.
Manage vendor reconciliations, bad debt calls, and collections.
Interact with club members to resolve problems, provide membership assistance, and answer general questions.
Print and distribute weekly or periodic financial packets and club reports to the General Manager and Department Heads.
Review membership applications for completeness and compliance with program and legal requirements.
Process club membership accounts receivable.
Process weekly accounts payable for payment.
Submit HR paperwork to the corporate office for employee files.
Process bi-weekly payroll and assist department heads with payroll, benefits processing, and related questions.
Handle miscellaneous office manager responsibilities, including supply orders and system maintenance.
Learn and use pertinent company accounting software, including POS systems and the general ledger system.
Perform other administrative duties as directed by the General Manager or required by business needs.
Supervise four to six staff members.