Field Controller

Davidson Hospitality Group•Atlanta, GA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Davidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company that is constantly seeking top talent to join its team. With its headquarters located in the heart of the hospitality industry in Atlanta, Georgia, Davidson Hospitality Group is a leader in hotel and resort management, providing comprehensive and results-driven services to a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States. As a job applicant, you can expect to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development. With a strong commitment to excellence in guest service, employee engagement, and financial performance, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. Whether you are seeking a corporate role in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, finance, human resources, or other areas, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a wide range of career opportunities for motivated and talented individuals. Join the team at Davidson Hospitality Group and be a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Travel-Based Hospitality Finance Leadership Role Are you a hospitality finance professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving operational challenges, and loves making an immediate impact? We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Field Controller to support hotel properties across our portfolio during transitions, special projects, training initiatives, and leadership coverage assignments. This is far from a traditional accounting role. As a Field Controller, you will step into hotels as a trusted financial leader—driving process improvements, mentoring teams, strengthening controls, and helping properties operate at their highest potential. If you enjoy variety, travel, and the opportunity to influence operations across multiple hotels, this role offers a unique and rewarding career path. The Field Controller reports directly to the Regional Director of Finance. 100% travel role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of accounting or finance experience, ideally within hospitality.
Strong knowledge of: Accounts Payable & Receivable, Income Audit & Payroll, Financial statement preparation, Forecasting & budgeting, Balance sheet reconciliations, Hotel accounting systems & internal controls
Working knowledge of GAAP and USALI standards.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to train, mentor, and support accounting teams.
Comfortable working independently, adapting quickly, and managing multiple priorities.
Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Serve as the acting Director of Finance/Controller for assigned hotels as needed.
Evaluate accounting operations, identify inefficiencies, and implement stronger processes and controls.
Ensure financial activities are accurate, compliant, and aligned with company standards.
Oversee daily income audit processes, system interfaces, tax accuracy, and financial reporting integrity.
Ensure Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions are operating efficiently and effectively.
Monitor critical payments including taxes, insurance, and vendor obligations to ensure timely processing.
Lead month-end close processes and assist in preparing financial statements, ownership reports, forecasts, and budgets.
Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations with strong attention to detail and compliance standards.
Provide hands-on leadership, training, and mentorship to hotel accounting teams.
Support onboarding and development of team members with varying levels of experience.
Partner closely with General Managers and hotel leadership teams to improve operational and financial performance.
Assist with hotel openings, transitions, operational improvement initiatives, and audit preparation.
Serve as a key resource during periods of change, helping properties maintain stability and financial excellence.