Hotel Controller

Salt Lake City Marriott University Park • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Salt Lake City Marriott University Park is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to join our leadership team. Managed by StepStone Hospitality, this role is vital in overseeing, directing, and administering all financial operations of the hotel. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in hospitality finance, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to drive financial performance while supporting operational excellence.

Requirements

• At least 4-6 years of related experience in accounting, finance, or corporate planning
• Hotel or hospitality industry experience strongly preferred. Experience working decentralized.
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.
• Must have exceptional mathematical and computer skills.
• College education and relevant training and experience required. Additional education preferred.
• Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates.
• CPR training and first aid training preferred.
• Occasional travel required.

Nice To Haves

• Hotel or hospitality industry experience strongly preferred
• CPR training and first aid training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the financial department, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, auditing, payroll, general accounting, and cashiers.
• Plan and implement financial procedures and systems.
• Prepare financial analysis of hotel operations.
• Prepare reports outlining hotel’s financial position in areas of income, expense, and earnings based on past, present, and future operations.
• Direct preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare governmental reports and handle all inquiries from governmental agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service.
• Maintain file of all contracts, insurance policies, tax reports, expenses, payroll, etc.
• Develop short- and long-term financial plans for the hotel that support overall StepStone objectives.
• Prepare annual hotel budget.
• Monitor the performance of the hotel through verification and analysis of monthly financial reports.
• Participate in the Executive committee including sharing and communicating knowledge and by attending weekly or monthly meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees