Controller At Hiltons Of Branson

Job Summary

The Controller is responsible for all activities related to budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss reporting, and account reconciliation for operating and balance sheet accounts for our hotel location. This role directly oversees all accounting activities related to income auditing, cashiering, accounts payable processing, accounts receivable collection, tax compliance, payroll and month end processing. Ensuring financial controls, accurate reporting and profitability is a big job and not for the faint of heart, but you will not be alone. This position is a high-profile Executive Committee position. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

Education & Experience

• Maintains peak performance levels under pressure and in a dynamic work environment
• Superior Computer skills: Microsoft Office, POS/PMS systems, and the ability to create, maintain and analyze data in Excel spreadsheets
• Utilizes effective interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence and drive the performance of others
• Aptitude for performing numerical analysis of data and formulating conclusions and/or solutions
• Ability to use logic to define a problem, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information and deal with abstract variables for unique or unfamiliar situations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss reporting and balancing ledgers for operating and balance sheet accounts
• Leverages strong financial and operational leadership skills to guide the executive team, influence property focus areas and to lead own department
• Possess a 4-year Bachelor Degree in Finance/Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance leadership position or a 5+ year history of progressive career growth in hotel finance (or in a similar industry)
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, based on business needs
• Proven leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing a highly motivated and cross trained group of progressive accounting professionals
• Demonstrate Leadership and Strategic Decision Making
• Ability to comprehend and use technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas

Job Duties & Functions

• Ensures monthly P&Ls reflect accurate revenues, expenses and cost of sales calculations
• Manages the accurate collection, posting and reconciliation of occupancy taxes, sales taxes and transient marketing district (TMD)fees
• Leads the sales and operations team in creating accurate monthly forecasts that allow the team to react to changes in business levels
• Ensures strong accounting and operational controls to safeguard assets and maximize profits
• Develop and Achieve Financial Goals
• Provides analytical tools and support to department heads during budget preparation
• Creates the annual operating plan that is aligned with the company’s strategic direction
• Implements and upholds business practices that positively support our obsession with having sales driven culture
• Advises GM and executive team on existing and upcoming financial and operational issues
• Manages capital expense budget and reconciles expenditures monthly
• Verifies the accuracy and timeliness of all finance functions: daily and month end reporting, payroll processing, income audit, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash and credit card management
• Analyzes daily, monthly variances between actual, forecasted and budgeted performance
• Fosters strong professional relationships with the entire management group by providing direct counsel and feedback that positively impacts the performance of the business and sharpens the financial acumen of the team
• Provides continuous direction to and education of the operational team in all areas related to finance, financial reports, internal controls, labor management, payroll, month end reconciliation, P&L performance, etc.
• Completes comprehensive month end close to include preparing journal entries and accruals, completing cost of sales entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, ensuring proper tax reporting and analyzing profit performance
• Facilitates monthly P&L reviews to uncover challenges, opportunities and trends
• Analyzes financial data and operational and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts monthly and ensures totals are supported by appropriate documentation
• Conducts ongoing coaching and annual reviews to influence positive team development
• Oversees internal and city audit processes
• Leads the property in developing and maintaining a strong labor culture that maximizes productivity performance