Club Accountant — Budgeting, GAAP & Member Services

Bobby Jones Links; Hope Valley West (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Valley Country Club in Durham, NC is seeking a Club Accountant to partner with club management and uphold financial integrity while delivering exceptional member service.

The role oversees daily accounting ops, budgeting, revenue reconciliation, AR/AP, payroll support, and collaboration with corporate accounting. Ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 3–5+ years of experience, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting, bookkeeping, or financial management experience.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis.
• Experience with accounting software, POS systems, and membership-based billing platforms preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, prioritize competing responsibilities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with members, vendors, and leadership.
• Knowledge of private club, hospitality, golf, or service-industry operations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of annual operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Manage daily revenue reconciliation, point-of-sale closeout procedures, and accounting system postings.
• Oversee bank deposits, and account balancing to ensure proper internal controls.
• Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring timely collections and vendor payments.
• Prepare and review month-end financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company reporting standards.
• Resolve member billing inquiries and disputes professionally while maintaining exceptional member service.
• Support payroll, onboarding, and administrative processes in coordination with club and corporate leadership.
• Serve as a liaison between the club and the corporate accounting team, providing financial information and analysis as requested.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial, member, and employee information.
• Monitor office operations and administrative systems to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

POS systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hope Valley Country Club in Durham, NC is seeking a Club Accountant to partner with club management and uphold financial integrity while delivering exceptional member service.

The role oversees daily accounting ops, budgeting, revenue reconciliation, AR/AP, payroll support, and collaboration with corporate accounting. Ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 3–5+ years of experience, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills.