Assistant Controller

BENCHMARK; Chatham (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

BENCHMARK is seeking an Assistant Controller located in Chatham, Massachusetts. This role involves assisting the Controller in managing financial operations, such as preparing monthly financial reports and overseeing income audits.

Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, preferably within a hotel environment, and a strong understanding of general ledger management. The compensation ranges from $100,000.00 to $105,000.00, depending on experience and location factors.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel/resort experience required.
• 3-5 years of experience in general ledger and month-end close.
• Supervisory experience in AP, AR, payroll, income audit.

Responsibilities

• Assist Controller in preparing monthly financial information.
• Direct and supervise accounts receivable function.
• Prepare and post journal entries.

Skills

Hotel/resort experience

General ledger and month-end close experience

Supervisory experience

Familiarity with hotel systems

Understanding of departmental financials

Knowledge of supervision and management techniques

Ability to speak English effectively

Education

Accounting degree preferred

Job description

Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting the Controller in preparing monthly financial information and managing income audit, payables, and receivables.

• Prepare and post journal entries; reconcile fully 90% of balance sheet work papers
• Review preliminary financial statements and investigate discrepancies
• Participate in monthly financial review
• Prepare daily revenue and daily labor reports
• Set up monthly department checkbooks
• Direct and supervise all areas of the accounts receivable function (AP, cashiering, income audit, etc.)
• Supervise inventory process on a monthly basis
• Assist departments in the interpretation, orientation, training and analysis of accounting matters
• Assist the Controller with the annual budgeting process
• Represent the Controller in their absence

Qualifications

• Previous hotel/resort experience.
• Three to five years of experience in solid general ledger and month‑end close ownership.
• Supervisory experience (AP, AR, payroll, income audit).
• Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g., PMS, POS integrations).
• Understanding of departmental financials (rooms, F&B, spa, etc.).
• Accounting degree preferred.
• Ability to work with guest and employee concerns in a friendly manner, demonstrating concern and providing positive solutions.
• Knowledge of supervision and management techniques.
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.

Compensation

$100,000.00 – $105,000.00.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.