Controller - The Ricardo Marriott

Coury Hospitality•Westlake, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the accounting department, including preparation of monthly financial statements, implementing and overseeing all activities relating to the financial aspects of the hotel.

Requirements

Minimum five years of general ledger accounting, hotel experience preferred.
Minimum two years of accounting supervisory experience.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration preferred.
Extensive knowledge of accounting functions.
Proficiency with automated accounting systems, M3 and/or Profit Sword experience is a plus.
Advanced proficiency with MS Excel.
Ability to interact well with various levels of management and coordinate effectively with support departments.
Exceptional verbal and written communications skills.
Computer literate and able to learn new industry software quickly.
Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
Prioritize and organize, follow directions thoroughly, and work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

hotel experience preferred
M3 and/or Profit Sword experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of month-end closing procedures, monthly financial statements, budgeting, and cash forecasting for the property.
Responsible for daily bank deposits, maintenance of house banks and petty cash funds, verifying postings and night audit reports, credit card transfers, AP, AR, and inventory control cash management.
Responsible for all accounting policies, processes, and standard operating procedures and for effective training of Management on accounting procedures.
Assure the hotel and restaurant(s) are operating in compliance with Company internal controls and state and federal laws, and the implementation of our policies and procedures are at their best practices.
Responsible for local tax compliance including ensuring that taxes are correctly charged, collected, and filed.
Identify, develop, and report on key financial and operational performance measures.
Proactively analyze all operations and systems to continually improve efficiency and profitability while supporting a sales and guest service culture.
Responsible for the management and review of general ledger and accounts reconciliations including bank statements and intercompany accounts.
Work directly with the Corporate Accounting Team to implement/improve the accounting process.
Assist in the annual budget process.
Responsible for safeguarding the hotel’s contracts and agreements.
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the manager. Furthermore, tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time.