Job Description
Collegiate Hotel Group® is seeking a Property Controller to join Graduate Knoxville and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct responsibility for Property Accounting and collaboration with department heads to accomplish accuracy and financial goals.
- Responsible for the daily, weekly, and monthly process for all accounting functions including but not limited to Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Income Audit, and Cash Management.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions related to hotel operations during the calendar month, including proper accruals for un-invoiced expenses such as utilities, maintenance, and inventory purchases.
- Ensures daily cash and credit card deposits are appropriately recorded and reconciled. Follows up on variances and adjusts operating procedures to maintain efficient and effective and deposits processes and controls.
- Prepare and review timely financial statements for the executive team and ownership, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Leads the monthly forecast process by collaborating with the General Manager and department heads to develop and manage monthly forecasts and budgets.
Monitor variances and make recommendations for corrective actions.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets.
- Continuously assess and improve financial processes.
- Monitor and develop direct reports, including, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, and evaluations.
- Lead the annual budget process and maintain controls on spending to ensure budgetary limits are met.
- Regularly monitors and audits systems to ensure accuracy of data (, outlet menu prices) and support the achievement of revenue goals.
- Work with 3rd party vendors on-site to ensure accurate reporting and provide support to ensure timelines are met.
- Ensures compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
- Actively serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.
- Act as a storyteller for our Brand, our hotel, and it's decor
- Work with colleagues to deliver inspirational service
- Any other job duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in Accounting / Finance or Business Education
- 5+ years of accounting experience preferred, preferably in a hotel environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Three to five years in an accounting leadership role with a preference for hospitality experience.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI).
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Strong leadership skills and ability to constructively influence peers.
- Detail-oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments.
- Excellent time management skills
- Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect the accounting department
- Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
- Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process
- Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Must be able to apply mathematical operations to tasks
- Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, with most proficiency in Excel
- Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to maintain compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations
- Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data
BENEFITS / PERKS
- Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay!
- Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one!
- Multiple health insurance and life insurance options
- 401k plan + company match
- Paid time off for eligible team members
- Holiday pay / paid holidays
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted hotel rooms
- Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!
30+ days ago