Controller

Pyramid Global Hospitality•Castle Hills, TX

About The Position

The Hotel Controller oversees and directs all financial and accounting operations of the San Antonio Marriott Northwest. The role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, regulatory compliance, and sound financial management. As a business partner to the General Manager, department leaders, and ownership, the Controller provides financial guidance, analysis, and recommendations to support the hotel's financial performance and operational objectives. Accounting functions must be performed accurately and on time in accordance with Marriott brand standards, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Controller manages financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, compliance and audit activities, accounting operations, and partnership with hotel operations. The position also supervises and develops accounting personnel, establishes performance expectations, and maintains the confidentiality of financial and personnel information.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
3–5 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
Previous supervisory or management experience is required.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
Experience with hotel accounting systems and financial software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict financial deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in hotel or hospitality accounting is strongly preferred.
Previous experience as a Hotel Controller, Assistant Controller, or Director of Finance.
Experience with Marriott-branded hotels or other full-service hotel operations.
Knowledge of Marriott financial policies, accounting procedures, and reporting requirements.
Experience with hotel property management systems (PMS), accounting platforms, and financial reporting tools.
Experience managing financial operations for a hotel with 250 or more guest rooms.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily hotel accounting and financial operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, income audit, payroll accounting, and month-end closing.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and supporting schedules.
Review financial results, identify trends and variances, and recommend opportunities to improve financial performance.
Present monthly financial reports and performance analysis to the General Manager and ownership.
Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of hotel revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities, and maintain the integrity of financial records.
Lead the annual budgeting process with the General Manager and department heads; prepare monthly forecasts, projections, and budget variance analyses.
Monitor departmental expenses, labor costs, and operating performance against approved budgets, and advise leaders on profitability and expense control.
Analyze hotel performance indicators, including revenue, labor costs, departmental expenses, and overall profitability.
Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard hotel assets and financial resources.
Ensure compliance with company policies, Marriott brand standards, financial procedures, tax requirements, regulations, and record-retention policies.
Oversee cash handling, bank reconciliations, credit card transactions, deposits, revenue controls, purchasing, expense approvals, and accounts payable and receivable processes.
Coordinate internal and external audits and resolve audit findings in a timely manner; identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions.
Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general cashier, income audit, payroll-related accounting, account reconciliations, vendor payments, receivables, and collections.
Ensure accurate processing and reconciliation of revenue from rooms, food and beverage, banquets, parking, and other operating departments.
Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
Partner with the General Manager and department heads on financial decisions, labor management, purchasing, inventory, and expense control.
Participate in leadership meetings and communicate financial results and business trends; promote accountability for budgetary and financial goals.
Identify operational efficiencies and expense reductions without compromising guest satisfaction or service standards.
Maintain effective working relationships with hotel leadership, associates, ownership, and corporate finance teams.
Recruit, train, coach, and develop accounting team members; set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback.
Ensure the accounting team follows established policies, procedures, and deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality of financial information, associate records, and proprietary company information.