Finance Controller

Omni Hotels & Resorts•Fernandina Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Controller manages, supervises, monitors, and reviews the resort’s accounting transactions and daily Finance division operations. Areas include account reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, research, billing, credit and collections, and oversight of operational systems, procedures, and controls. The role coordinates on-site accounting functions with the Director of Finance and serves as a liaison for corporate accounting requests. It also helps maintain the company’s culture of respect, gratitude, and empowerment.

Requirements

4–5 years of accounting experience; hospitality industry experience is preferred.
Must be flexible and able to work some weekends.
College degree required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Controller or Assistant Director of Finance in a hotel.
College degree preferably in Accounting or Finance.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise accounting management and transactional duties.
Train staff in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Cashier, Income Audit, and Paymaster duties.
Coordinate on-site accounting functions with the Director of Finance and act as liaison for corporate accounting requests.
Ensure accounting processes across all categories comply with internal and external audit guidelines.
Assist in attaining financial reporting goals.
Partner with the Credit Manager to ensure timely billing of direct bill accounts with complete backup and accurate invoices.
Maintain daily filing of documents needed for research requests from guests and in-house users.
Ensure guest disputes and requests for clarification are resolved or answered promptly.
Maintain an effective tracking system for rebates and adjustments.
Work with other departments to resolve systems and controls problems.
Ensure the daily Income Audit balance agrees with the Daily Report.
Complete general ledger and bank reconciliations.
Ensure timely month-end close and produce accurate financial statements.
Ensure daily cash management functions, including bank dial-up, balance checks, account reconciliations, and preparation of transfer or funding requests.
Prepare balance sheet analysis.
Ensure monthly tax returns are properly filed.
Assist the Director of Finance with weekly labor analysis.
Review monthly contract labor billing and ensure invoices are submitted for processing.
Ensure associate schedules are complete and posted in all required systems.
Assist in administering department payroll.
Attend department meetings and required trainings.
Complete other duties assigned by management.